First published by Human Rights Watch on February 3, 2015— “Separatist rebel forces were probably responsible for two recent unlawful attacks with unguided rockets in eastern Ukraine, which together killed at least 41 civilians, including two children, and wounded more than 100 civilians, Human Rights Watch said today. During a recent on-the-ground investigation, Human Rights Watch … More UKRAINE: Rising Civilian Death Toll
Originally published by Yahoo News Digest on February 3, 2015— “It will take 100 years for some of the world’s poorest people to get basic health care, sanitation and education services, unless the current approach to aid is radically changed, said a report published on Tuesday. The current “one size fits all” approach to aid doesn’t … More REPORT: World’s Poorest Won’t Get Basics for Decades Without New Aid Model
By Carlo Kweifio-Okai on January 14, 2015 for http://www.theguardian.com— “Decisions made in 2015 will help shape the women’s rights agenda for the next 15 years. In September, world leaders will endorse a new set of development goals at the UN. The proposed sustainable development goals (SDGs), which will replace the millennium development goals (MDGs), feature … More What Will Shape Women’s Rights Over the Next 15 Years?
By Christopher Klein on January 30, 2015 for http://www.history.com— “On January 31, 1865, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a constitutional amendment to abolish slavery in the United States. On the 150th anniversary of the vote, look back at the evolution of President Abraham Lincoln’s support for the 13th Amendment and his behind-the-scenes dealings to … More Congress Passes 13th Amendment, 150 Years Ago
By Eric Adelson on January 31, 2015 for Yahoo Sports— “On the Saturday before the Super Bowl, a 23-year-old on the northern edge of this sprawling city scans escort offers on the Internet. There are dozens of listings, many with photos of girls in suggestive poses and little clothing. This is a huge weekend for … More To Prevent Sex trafficking from becoming Super Bowl Scourge, FBI Intensified Law Enforcement Efforts
By Russell Short, on January 30, 2015, for The NY Times— “Mandred Henry was a health care sales rep from Hartford whom people often stopped on the street, saying he was a dead ringer for Morgan Freeman. Throughout his life he identified strongly with his African-American background. He was president of the local N.A.A.C.P. chapter. … More On Slavery’s Doorstep in Ghana
“World Report 2015 is Human Rights Watch’s 25th annual review of human rights practices around the globe. It summarizes key human rights issues in more than 90 countries and territories worldwide. In his keynote, Human Rights Watch Executive Director Kenneth Roth reflects on a year so tumultuous, “it can seem as if the world is … More World Report 2015: Human Rights Watch’s 25th Annual Review of Human Rights Practices around the Globe.
Originally posted by Ryan Masters on January 21, 2015, for Santa Cruz Sentinel— “Deborah Pembrook is an advocate for victims of human trafficking. She is also a survivor of the human sex-trafficking trade. On Tuesday night, Pembrook joined a panel of community leaders which included police officers, social workers and representatives from faith-based organizations for … More Santa Cruz Human Trafficking Victim Shares Her Story
Originally posted by Robert Arnold on click2houston.com on January 19, 2015— “The federal government is attempting to seize several buildings in the Houston area that are connected to a massive human trafficking operation. Documents filed in a Houston federal court on Jan. 13 said the government is attempting to seize 11 properties in southeast Houston, … More HOUSTON: Feds Move to Seize Buildings Connected to Human Trafficking
Date: 16-18 November 2015 Location: Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland Registration: Registration will open on this webpage during the first half of 2015 (date to be confirmed) Programme: The programme will be announced on these pages in due course. An invitation to stakeholders to propose parallel events will be posted on this page during the … More The 4th Annual United Nations Forum on Business and Human Rights
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