News in “Human Rights”
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January 29, 2013 - From the field
Initiative to Bolster Legal Environments for Civil Society Organizations
The International Center for Not-For-Profit Law has announced its Civic Space Initiative. Read More
January 22, 2013 - Publication
Child Migration Issues in Mexico and Central America
A new report explores human rights concerns associated with the growth of youth and child migration at Mexico’s southern border with Guatemala. Read More
January 20, 2013 - Publication
Evaluating Recruitment of Migrant Workers
Centro de los Derechos del Migrante has released a report on substantial defects in the current H-2 program’s recruitment systems, stating that many temporary workers are routinely subjected to fraud, charged illegal fees, and threatened ... Read More
January 16, 2013 - In the Media
"Rights Group Reports on Abuses of Surveillance and Censorship Technology"
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January 10, 2013 - From the field
Mexico Launches Initiative to Protect Journalists and Human Rights Defenders
Insecurity in Mexico has resulted in mounting pressures against activists and journalists in Mexico, causing some to flee or cease their work for fear of retaliation. Read More
November 9, 2012 - Publication
Border Insecurity in Central America’s Northern Triangle
This report outlines the long-standing pattern of government inattention to these border regions, probing the root causes that range from institutional, economic, and resource challenges to corruption and weak government structures. Read More
October 29, 2012 - From the field
Addressing Global Healthcare Imbalances through Collaboration, Migration Management
The migration of health workers from underdeveloped regions to countries offering greater economic opportunity is leading to a shortage of healthcare in countries of significant need. Read More
October 26, 2012 - Publication
Approaching Migration Management in Mexico and Central America
A report from the Regional Migration Study Group (RMSG) tracks the history of migration trends and policy in Mexico and Central America. Read More
October 25, 2012 - From the field
Nigerian Court Finds Termination Based on HIV Status Illegal and Unlawful
After a 12-year legal battle, the Lagos State High Court handed down a landmark decision in the first ever HIV discrimination lawsuit in Nigeria. Read More
October 23, 2012 - Publication
Regulatory Challenges of Immigrant Worker Visas in America
Produced by Centro de los Derechos del Migrante, the report details violations in employment contracts and extraneous financial burdens on individuals with certain visas. Read More
September 27, 2012 - From the field
Mexico's Supreme Court Rejects Military Trials
Mexico's National Supreme Court has ruled Article 57 of the Mexican Military Code of Justice, which the military had interpreted to give itself jurisdiction over cases of military human rights violations, to be unconstitutional. Read More
August 1, 2012 - Publication
Leveraging New Media to Improve Nigeria’s Future
New media has the potential to drive Nigeria’s political and economic development and build a robust democracy, according to several speakers at a conference on “New Media and Governance: Tools and Trends.” Read More
July 30, 2012 - From the field
PBS Investigation Finds Border Patrol Abuses
Crossing the Line interviews a former Border Patrol agent, who blows the whistle on overcrowding, deprivation of food and water, and physical abuse. Read More
July 26, 2012 - Publication
Understanding Nigerian Views on Crime and Safety
Three-quarters of Nigerians fear becoming the victim of crime, according to a survey by the CLEEN Foundation. Read More
