Michael O'Flaherty, the Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe, has formally urged the Georgian Parliament to reconsider its stance on the controversial draft law "On Family Values and Protection of Minors." The draft law, which has already cleared its second reading, has sparked
Kenya is currently facing a troubling increase in suicide rates, which has sparked a vital conversation about the nation's mental health landscape and the need for legal and societal reforms. Over the past four years, a staggering 1,576 suicide deaths have been reported, a grim statistic
Faculty of Advocates’ Scottish Bar International Human Rights Award 2024: Deadline Extended The Faculty of Advocates has announced an extension for the application deadline of its prestigious Scottish Bar International Human Rights Award 2024, allowing more time for prospective candidates to submit
The recent approval of the draft United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime marks a pivotal moment in the effort to combat cybercrime on a global scale. This treaty is being touted as a landmark effort to establish a unified international response to cyber threats, but it has also sparked
The UN's first-ever Convention against cyber crime has ignited a firestorm of debate among major technology companies, human rights organizations, and information security professionals. The convention, which aims to enhance global cooperation in combating cyber crime, has generated both support
Can a Charity Marathon Help Marginalized Detainees Gain Legal Aid? The bustling city of Dar es Salaam is set to host a transformative event on October 6, 2024, designed to bridge the gap between marginalized detainees and essential legal assistance. Utu Kwanza, a prominent legal aid organization
