Posts Tagged ‘Human Rights’
Mexico: reforming justice, weakening democracy
This Mexican experience has confirmed the urgency of resolving the historical problems of justice, but without undermining the pillars of human rights, the balance of powers and democracy itself.
Read MoreThe “terrorist” with the toy gun: teenagers detained in Venezuela and the lines that should not be crossed
In Venezuela and other countries, the fight against terrorism has been used to stigmatize protest, to create labyrinths of criminalization that have no way out and to apply an almost magical formula of denial of rights.
Read More5 key points from COP16 that will set the course for the rest of the conference
The closing of the first discussions was defined by debates on financing, conservation commitments and new alliances between local communities and indigenous and Afro-descendant peoples to address the global environmental crisis.
Read MoreA human rights-based approach to tax systems
Reforming tax systems with a focus on human rights is key to combating inequality, financing public services and promoting inclusive growth. International cooperation is necessary to confront tax evasion, reduce unfair dependencies and promote a more equitable redistribution of wealth.
Read MoreLa Oroya: Lessons for litigation on air quality and public health in Latin America
There are many aspects that can be highlighted from this ruling and that have been pointed out in other blogs, we will focus on three key points for the litigation of cases affecting public health in the Latin American context.
Read MoreCoordinated solutions to complex problems: the Enlaza programs
With this and other similar programs, Dejusticia’s commitment is to continue working hand in hand with other organizations to build a civil society with a strong, inclusive and well-informed voice.
Read MoreHosting as Solidarity: Our Fellowship Program for Activists and Human Rights Defenders from the Global South
This cross-learning enriches the work of those who arrive, as well as that of those who receive them, and strengthens a broader understanding of problems that affect communities in different parts of the world in particular ways.
Read MoreAn Amphibious Approach to Solidarity in the Field of Human Rights
For those of us who work in defense of human rights, issues related to solidarity are both theoretical questions and constant practical concerns.
Read MoreShockwaves of the war in Gaza: rights to speech, protest and information must be guaranteed globally to fight antisemitism and islamophobia
Now more than ever, upholding these rights and safeguarding the exchange of information and expression about this conflict is vital, if there is to be any hope of a peaceful resolution through necessary and meaningful dialogue.
Read MoreIncome inequality and funding in the health sector in Nigeria
In one of the most unequal countries in the world, the poor people spend nine times more on health services than the wealthy. The solutions to this problem may lie in the payment of income tax.
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