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Depoliticised and unsustainable: Why I Am Not a Feminist author argues that feminism has lost touch with its politically radical roots.
OPEN DEMOCRACY JANINE RICH From outraged memes online to slogan-bearing t-shirts on the streets, across the world more and more women are calling themselves feminists, and demanding change. But what would this change actually consist […]
Monday 21 August 2017Press Release Transitional Justice Coordination Group: Massacre of Civilians in Mirza Olang is a War Crime
Press Release Transitional Justice Coordination Group (TJCG) Massacre of Civilians in Mirza Olang is a War Crime 09 August 2017 Kabul, Afghanistan The massacre of civilians in the village of Mirza Olang, Sar-e Pul province […]
Friday 11 August 2017Adilur Rahman Khan; Prominent human rights defender detained ahead of death penalty conference
The Observatory has been informed with great concern about the arbitrary arrest in Kuala Lumpur of Mr. Adilur Rahman Khan, Secretary of the human rights non-governmental organisation Odhikar, also a member of OMCT General Assembly and FIDH Vice-President.
Thursday 20 July 2017INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE DAY 17 JULY What can you do?
War after war, we say never again. Enough is enough. 17 July – A day to unite for justice. International Justice Day unites all those who wish to support justice, promote victims’ rights, and help prevent crimes that threaten the peace, security and well-being of the world.
Wednesday 12 July 2017Appeal of June 13th to put Human Rights at the Heart of Conflict Prevention
Switzerland launches the appeal of June 13th to put Human Rights at the Heart of Conflict Prevention: “Security and human rights make a perfect match” Appeal of June 13th 2016 To put Human Rights at […]
Friday 16 June 2017Promoting Women’s Participation in Peace Negotiations and Peace Processes
Recognizing that promotion & empowerment of women & support for women’s organizations & networks are essential in the consolidation of peace to promote equal & full participation of women & encouraging Member States, donors & civil society, to provide support in this respect.” (UNSCR 1888)
Friday 16 June 2017AFGHANISTAN PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS IN ARMED CONFLICT ANNUAL REPORT 2016
Source: UNAMA AFGHANISTAN PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS IN ARMED CONFLICT ANNUAL REPORT 2016 KABUL, AFGHANISTAN FEBRUARY 2017 “This appalling conflict destroys lives and tears communities apart in every corner of Afghanistan. Real protection of civilians requires commitment […]
Friday 16 June 2017ICTJ Examines How Transitional Justice Must Adapt to Difficult Circumstances in Today’s World
A new book by ICTJ titled Justice Mosaics: How Context Shapes Transitional Justice in Fractured Societies, examines the challenges of responding to massive human rights violations in different and difficult circumstances.
Friday 9 June 2017Women Excluded Again from Afghanistan’s Peace Talks
Participation by Women Even More Urgent in Light of Recent Attacks in Kabul
Friday 9 June 2017BAHRAIN: another hearing against Nabeel Rajab
Source: FIDH New information BHR 006 / 0812 / OBS 048.28 Arbitrary detention /Judicial harassment Bahrain May 29, 2017 30 May 2017 – Nabeel Rajab’s trial related to TV interviews was postponed for the 8th […]
Tuesday 6 June 2017