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Cork hospital staff say they see pregnant victims of domestic violence every week

Staff at Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) have said they are seeing pregnant victims of domestic abuse every week.They say the situation is so bad that such violence against pregnant women is “as common as gestational diabetes”, a condition …

Source: Irish Examiner - Neutral
Published on 02:23 GMT

Escalating Sexual Violence in the DRC: The Urgent Need for International Cooperation and Support

Physicians for Human Rights (PHR), a non-governmental organization that uses medicine and science to advocate for health and justice in conflict regions, recently released a report detailing the significant increases in sexual violence being committed in …

Source: The Organization for World Peace - Left-wing
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Family and sexual violence: Government's action plan makes little progress

Frontline workers say some family and sexual violence policies have reduced or removed services and funding. File photo. Photo: 123rf Nationwide efforts to combat family and sexual violence are not getting results, with government agencies blamed for poor …

Source: RNZ - Public Broadcaster
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Respect citizens human rights: CSOs

Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition MEMBERS of the civil society have called on the government respect its citizens after a tumultuous year which saw the arrest of hundreds of opposition activists. In a statement during the commemorations of the International …

Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Galway sexual violence disclosure training hailed a success in report

A report has highlighted the success of new sexual violence and harrassment disclosure training being rolled out at University of Galway. The ‘First Point of Contact’ Disclosure Management Skills Training is a collaboration between the University’s Active …

Source: Connacht Tribune - Label Pending
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Ukrainian survivors of wartime sexual violence call for Russia to be included in UN ''list of shame''

Ukrainians who suffered sexual violence during the war ask to include Russia in the ''list of shame''. Photo: Tinnakorn/Depositphotos Ukrainians who have survived sexual violence during the war have sent a collective letter to United …

Source: Ukrainska Pravda - Neutral
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Survivors of sexual violence urge UN to hold Russia accountable for war crimes

11 December, 04:35 PM Ukrainians call for Russia to be added to the UN list of shame (Photo: Unsplash Luca Iaconelli) Ukrainians who experienced sexual violence during the war have written an open letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, urging the …

Source: The New Voice of Ukraine - Neutral
Published on Dec 11, 2024

War in Ukraine: €8 million for UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission

NETHERLANDS, December 11 - News item | 11-12-2024 | 10:49 Three years of Russian aggression have taken a heavy toll on the people of Ukraine. Ukrainian civilians have been killed, wounded, tortured, raped and abducted. Entire neighbourhoods, hospitals and …

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Published on Dec 11, 2024

WCO Celebrates Human Rights Day

On 10 December 2024, the World Customs Organization (WCO) joins the international community in celebrating Human Rights Day under the theme for 2024 of “Our rights, our future, right now”,which is fully in line with the WCO’s core values, namely “ …

Source: World Customs Organization - Gov't Institution
Published on 00:10 GMT

‘A rapist can be in the family’: how Dominique Pelicot became one of the worst sexual predators in history

Warning: this article contains descriptions of alleged rape and sexual assault Dominique Pelicot called himself a family man. He liked cycling in the French countryside on a Sunday, he took his son and grandson to football matches, and he was good at …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Dec 11, 2024

world Canada sanctions 8 Chinese officials, citing human rights violations

OTTAWA — Canada imposed sanctions on eight former and current senior Chinese officials on Tuesday (Dec 10), citing alleged state-led human rights violations in the Xinjiang region, Tibet and against Falun Gong followers. "Canada is deeply concerned …

Source: Asiaone - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 11, 2024

ITJP calls for global accountability over human rights violations by Sri Lankan officials

December 11, Colombo (LNW): The International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) has submitted over 60 requests for sanctions and visa bans against Sri Lankan public and security officials, alleging their involvement in human rights violations and economic …

Source: Lanka News Web - Label Pending
Published on 00:05 GMT

As sexual harassment allegations at BHP and Rio Tinto emerge, employers must step up to protect women

Angela Green is among the “hundreds if not thousands” of current and former employees of BHP and Rio Tinto who may be eligible to join class action lawsuits filed in federal court yesterday. According to JGA Saddler class action lawyer Joshua Aylward, the …

Source: Women's Agenda - Center-left
Published on 02:26 GMT

Always a choice for young women and their bodies

By Angela Norval With modern figures showing some alarming results including that more than 51 per cent of women in their 20s report that they have experienced sexual violence, while younger girls are increasingly attending emergency departments in mental …

Source: Bundaberg Today - Label Pending
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Alsobrooks can be an advocate for Israeli women in Hamas captivity | GUEST COMMENTARY

Dear Senator-elect Angela Alsobrooks, It’s December 2024, and multiple women have been held hostage in Gaza for nearly 450 days. UN Women, the organization responsible for advocating for justice for Romi Gonen, Naama Levy, and all other female victims of …

Source: Baltimore Sun - Maryland - Neutral
Published on 00:05 GMT

Women allege systemic sexual harassment at mining companies, BHP and Rio Tinto

Thousands of female workers at two of Australia’s largest mining companies are expected to join new class action lawsuits, alleging systemic sexual harassment and gender discrimination. The class actions against BHP and Rio Tinto contain alleged abuse …

Source: Women's Agenda - Center-left
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Jay-Z's rape lawsuit: Could a criminal complaint follow? Will Jane Doe's identity be revealed? Legal experts weigh in.

Jay-Z, real name Shawn Carter, has launched his defense against allegations that he raped a 13-year-old girl alongside Sean “Diddy” Combs in 2000. Since he was named on Dec. 8 in the civil lawsuit — in which a Jane Doe alleged the two rappers raped her at …

Source: Yahoo News - Label Pending
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Alleged Jay-Z Victim's Lawyer Claims Rapper Is ‘Harassing’ His Family

Jay-Z. Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images Lawyer Tony Buzbee is claiming Jay-Z is “harassing” his family after filing a civil lawsuit that accused the rapper of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000. “The New York Times contacted me to ask for my response to …

Source: Us - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Close the Gender Giving Gap: Women Need More Charitable Support in Wake of the Election

Supporters of E. Jean Carroll wait outside of her civil trial against Donald Trump on May 2, 2023, in New York City. Carroll testified that she was raped by Trump, giving details about the alleged attack in the mid-1990s. (Spencer Platt / Getty Images) …

Source: Ms. Magazine - Left-wing

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 13:52 GMT

War in Ukraine: €8 million for UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission

NETHERLANDS, December 11 - News item | 11-12-2024 | 10:49 Three years of Russian aggression have taken a heavy toll on the people of Ukraine. Ukrainian civilians have been killed, wounded, tortured, raped and abducted. Entire neighbourhoods, hospitals and …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 00:32 GMT

Landmarks Lit Blue for International Human Rights Day

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that landmarks across the state will be lit blue today, Dec. 10, 2024, to commemorate International Human Rights Day, which is observed annually to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 21:50 GMT

Press Release: Workers rights groups deliver petition to PMO on Human Rights Day demanding action

OTTAWA, Ontario, Dec. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Coalition Against Workplace Discrimination and the Michaëlle Jean Foundation, organizer of the National Black Canadians Summit, marked International Human Rights Day by delivering a powerful message to …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 14:59 GMT

Human Rights and Portfolio Risk: Why Investors Should Think Big

Guidelines on human rights have helped shape some of the key principles of corporate responsibility. Increasingly, however, governments are hardening guidelines into law. Penalties for companies that fail to comply may be severe—but the risks to investors …

Distribution channels: Education

Published on December 10, 2024 - 09:01 GMT

President Lai attends 2024 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award ceremony

TAIWAN, December 10 - President Lai attends 2024 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award ceremony On the morning of December 10, President Lai Ching-te presented the 2024 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award to Bangladesh-based human rights organization …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

Coalition for Justice in Liberia Urges United Nations to Reassess Engagement with Individuals Implicated in War Crimes

WASHINTON, WA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition for Justice in Liberia, led by its founder Lovetta Tugbeh, has issued a powerful call to the United Nations (UN) to reevaluate its engagement with Lewis Brown, an …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 09:48 GMT

Evaluation of the ICRC Learning Culture

The evaluation focused on learning intended for the professional development of ICRC staff, covering an organization-wide geographic scope. Two periods were considered: the “current state” (2020-2023) and the “future view” (2025-2030). The evaluation …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on December 10, 2024 - 23:50 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Zeta Global Holdings Corp. (NYSE: ZETA); DiCello Levitt ...

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Zeta Global Holdings Corp. (NYSE: ZETA) (“Zeta” or the “Company”) securities between February 27, …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Law ...

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 22:30 GMT

AAC: Combating Hunger Through Community Programs

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AAC is proud to spotlight three cornerstone programs: St. Mary’s Food Bank, St. Joseph Community Kitchen and the Meals on Wheels program. These initiatives are part of the …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on December 11, 2024 - 19:34 GMT

Safe Passage Heals Hosts 24th Annual Holiday Fundraiser, Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence

STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Safe Passage Heals successfully hosted its 24th Annual Holiday Fundraiser at the iconic Radford Studio Center (CBS) in Studio City on December 7th, 2024. The magical evening …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 19:23 GMT

Creative Catalysts: How D.C. Artivists Are Shaping the Future of Environmental Justice

SAAC in collaboration with the Arts Program at Aspen Institute celebrated the culmination of its transformative 2024 Environmental Justice Artivist Fellowship WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Social …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on December 11, 2024 - 19:09 GMT

Formica Law Group Represents Crash Victims from Palm Springs Festival Parade Involving Police Officer

Formica Law Group is representing multiple injured victims from the parade that involved a police officer LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Formica Law Group announces they officially represent multiple …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 18:33 GMT

Dr. Bill Releford Named Recipient of IMHOTEP Award

Minority Health Institute Recognizes Dr. Releford for his dedication to advancing health equity and improving outcomes for Black and minority communities LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Bill Releford, …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 17:48 GMT

Michael Gopin Brings Holiday Joy to El Paso Families with Toys for Tots Donation

Michael Gopin donates toys to Toys for Tots, spreading holiday cheer to El Paso children through his Giving with Gopin initiative. EL PASO, TX, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This holiday season, The Law Offices of …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on December 11, 2024 - 17:25 GMT

Selective Support Empowers Melbourne Residents with Personalised NDIS Coordination Services

Selective Support simplifies NDIS plans, connects participants with trusted services, and empowers them to achieve their goals with personalised support. NARRE WARREN, VIC 3085, AUSTRALIA, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Selective …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 17:17 GMT

Healing Hearts: The Kilgoris Project Provides Life-Changing Pediatric Cardiac Care

The Kilgoris Project demonstrates the critical importance of preventative healthcare through the remarkable story of Edwin. KILGORIS, KENYA, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Kilgoris Project, a leading nonprofit in rural Kenya, …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 15:00 GMT

Florida Financial Educators Council Selects Joseph R. Chiarella, ACSR of The Sihle Insurance Group to its Advisory Board

VERO BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida Financial Educators Council (FFEC) announced today that they have chosen Joseph R. Chiarella, ACSR – entrepreneur, educator, and Principal at The Sihle Insurance …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on December 11, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

Family of Abused Toddler Commends Prosecutors for Pursuing Charges Against Teacher's Aide at Montessori School

WAYNE, NJ, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cause #: 24005315 The parents of a two-year-old child who suffered abuse at the hands of a teacher’s aide at the Apple Montessori School in Wayne, NJ on August 12, 2024, have …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 05:00 GMT

Global Leaders and Experts Champion Education and Climate at International Forum in Salzburg

BKMC launches second International Forum on Education and Climate, co-hosted with the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Korea and Salzburg Global. VIENNA, AUSTRIA, December 11, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- To contribute meaningfully to the …

Distribution channels: Education, Environment ...
Published on December 10, 2024 - 23:54 GMT

Transforming High Volume Immigration: Formally and Green and Spiegel U.S. Launch Strategic AI Partnership

Combining AI innovation with legal expertise, Formally and Green and Spiegel U.S. transform immigration and enterprise legal services. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Formally, a pioneering legal …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 23:17 GMT

Bonjour Girls 2024 Event Celebrates Empowerment and Success of Asian Women

Highlighting diverse paths to success, the event featured inspiring stories, panels, and partnerships empowering Asian women globally. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bonjour Girls hosted its highly …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

Coalition for Justice in Liberia Urges United Nations to Reassess Engagement with Individuals Implicated in War Crimes

WASHINTON, WA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coalition for Justice in Liberia, led by its founder Lovetta Tugbeh, has issued a powerful call to the United Nations (UN) to reevaluate its engagement with Lewis Brown, an …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 21:12 GMT

Rick Mantei Brings Holiday Cheer to Epworth Children’s Home and Announces 2025 Partnership

Rick Mantei donates to Epworth Children’s Home and launches a 2025 partnership, offering plane rides for $500+ donations to support their mission. COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rick Mantei spread holiday …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 21:12 GMT

Thomas House Family Shelter Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Unveiling of Renovated Units

GARDEN GROVE, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thomas House Family Shelter proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the renovation of two-family units, marking an exciting milestone in our ongoing mission to …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on December 10, 2024 - 19:57 GMT

EPILECTRA Author Transforms Disability into Superability with Two New Honors

Sue Seserman, Creator of Graphic Novel Series, Addresses Northwestern University and Is Named Ambassador for Invisible Disabilities® Association DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sue Seserman, author of the …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 19:12 GMT

Wendy Wilkins' Feature Film, “Death on the Border,” Starring Eric Roberts and Danny Trejo Now Streaming Worldwide

"Death on the Border" is an unforgettable thrill ride that captivates audiences with its intense suspense, gripping storyline, and powerful performances. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wendy …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 19:10 GMT

Janet Levine, Best-Selling Author and Activist, Details Stories of Chilling Racial Madness: The Dumping Grounds

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Janet Levine, best-selling author and activist, warns that January 20, 2025, will mark the start of Donald Trump’s second term as President of the United States. Whether his …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on December 10, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

Barbara Lane's Book "Broken Water" is a Powerful Story of Love, Resilience, and the Transformative Power of Healing

"Broken Water," an extraordinary true story, is an inspiring testament to the strength of love, the power of forgiveness, and the triumph of the human spirit. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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