The Global Initiative for Economic, Social and Cultural Rights is pleased to announce the second in a series of updates highlighting in particular important advancements in the areas of housing, land and access to productive resources, as well as touching upon other social rights such as the human rights to water, sanitation, food and education. […]
Privatisation in education is a growing global trend, particularly in developing countries, however limited attention is paid to its impact on the right to education and specifically the achievement of quality and accessible education for all. A number of organisations and academics are investigating this issue and undertaking research and analysis that is identifying concerns […]
Economic, Social and Cultural Rights at the 26th session of the Human Rights Council 10 – 27 June 2014 The 26th session of the Human Rights Council saw States considering a broad range of economic, social and cultural rights and associated issues. Special Procedures mandate holders in relation to the Right to Health, the Right […]
Thirteen organizations today highlighted the discriminatory impacts of privatizing education on women and girls. The organizations submitted a brief to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) to inform its discussion on girls’ and women’s right to education. The organizations argue that privatization exacerbates gender discrimination and that States must ensure […]
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