Tag Women’s Rights

23 Oct

HRC 54: Human Rights in China: Ongoing Human Rights Violations Against Uyghurs and Tibetans

Society for Threatened Peoples discussed human rights situation in China, including reprisals, Uyghur culture, religion, language, and coerced birth control policies, with EU and US delegations questioning impacts.

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23 Oct

HRC 54: General Debate on Human Rights Situations that Require the Council’s Attention

The UN Human Rights Council has condemned numerous human rights violations, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine, war crimes, and political prisoners' detentions in various countries.

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15 Sep

Between Law and Reality: Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict

Sexual violence, often committed by women and girls, is a prevalent issue in conflict, often used as a weapon of war. Despite international law, enforcement mechanisms remain weak, and prosecutions are rare.

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25 Jul

“No sleeping with those in charge, no food.”: Gender-Based Violence Among Internally Displaced Persons in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique

Mozambique's government is addressing gender-based violence in Cabo Delgado Province, focusing on gender-sensitive services and post-conflict integration to ensure a more inclusive society.

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