HUMAN.DROITS

Since 1949, the Geneva Conventions have safeguarded human dignity in the darkest times. 📜 🌍 Did you know these are one of the few conventions signed by all countries in the world? States and non-state armed groups must ensure these rules continue to save lives.

"Gaza is the real-world embodiment of hell on earth for its one million children. And it’s getting worse, day by day, as we see the horrific impact of the daily airstrikes and military operations on Palestinian children." - JAMES ELDER, UNICEF

"Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world." Thank you for this stunning illustration, @quirky_cloud #InternationalDayOfGirlChild #Navratri #DurgaPuja #girlchild #BetterIndiaForWomen #education #ShaktiReclaimed #GenderEquality #ActNow [International Day Of Girl Child, Navratri, Durga Puja, Better India For Women, Shakti Reclaimed]

Did you know that CEDAW, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women is often called the “Bill of Rights for Women”? Adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1979, it’s one of the most comprehensive international treaties focused on advancing gender equality worldwide. Key Facts: 🔺 189 countries are parties to CEDAW, making it one of the most widely ratified human rights treaties globally. 🔺The convention obliges governments to eliminate discrimination in education, employment, healthcare, and politics. 🔺CEDAW also calls for special protections for rural women and highlights the importance of addressing violence against women. Yet, despite its widespread adoption, CEDAW lacks enforcement mechanisms, and some nations have signed with reservations. This means that while progress has been made, we still have a long way to go in ensuring that women everywhere enjoy equal rights. CEDAW has driven landmark changes, from increased political participation to laws against gender-based violence in many countries. However, the reality remains that women, especially those facing intersectional vulnerabilities, continue to experience widespread inequality. #women #gender #rights #cedaw #humanrights #intersectionality #enforcement #humandroits #discrimination

In your view, which intersectional factor most intensifies the impact of sexual violence on marginalized women in South Asia? #intersectionality #gender #women #humanrights #humandroits #southasia #sexualviolence #opinion #poll #ethnicity #religion

Indian cinema, known for its rich storytelling, has long been criticised for its portrayal of women — relying on stereotypes, objectification, and limited representation. However, a new wave of Indian filmmakers is changing that, creating strong, multidimensional female characters that defy societal expectations.🎬 Here are eight movies that broke toxic gender norms by putting powerful female characters in the spotlight. >> #IndianCinema #Bollywood #BreakingStereotypes #WomenInFilm #Kollywood #WomenEmpowerment #BetterIndiaForWomen #DurgaPujo2024 #Navaratri [Indian cinema, female characters, gender roles, Women in cinema, Indian movies, women empowerment, breaking stereotypes]

In a landmark decision, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has ruled that Afghan women should be granted asylum based solely on their gender and nationality, recognizing the immense dangers they face under the current Taliban regime. The ruling underscores the international community's responsibility to protect those who cannot find safety within their own borders. Since the Taliban's return to power in 2021, Afghan women have seen their rights systematically stripped away. They have been denied access to education, employment, and basic freedoms, making life not just unbearable, but potentially fatal for many. The ECtHR's decision acknowledges this harsh reality, affirming that Afghan women face persecution simply for existing in a society that denies them basic human rights. The ruling highlights the intersectional vulnerabilities of Afghan women, who suffer not only due to their gender but also because of the cultural and political landscape that endangers them daily. By recognizing gender and nationality as sufficient grounds for asylum, the ECtHR sets a powerful precedent for other countries grappling with how to respond to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. https://lnkd.in/eKyWe5PV #women #europeancourt #humanrights #asylum #gender #afghanwomen #intersectionality #humandroits

Article 1 of the Universal Declaration of #HumanRights reminds us that everyone is born free and equal in dignity and rights. Let’s act with compassion and respect to foster a world of equality. https://lnkd.in/gEvhWEe #StandUpForHumanRights

Intersectionality is a lens through which you can see where power comes and collides, where it interlocks and intersects. It’s not simply that there’s a race problem here, a gender problem here, and a class or LGBTQ problem there. Many times, that framework erases what happens to people who are subject to all of these things. ~ Kimberlé Crenshaw #Intersectionality #SexualViolence #HumanRights #WomensRights #humandroits #gender