Uncertainty and human rights violations for Dominicans of Haitian descent
How did a court decision change the lives of over 200,000 people?
- On Monday, 23 September 2013, judgment 168-13 stripped over 200,000 people of their nationality.
- Many Dominicans of Haitian descent faced the threat of statelessness.
What challenges did this decision pose?
The decision created legal hurdles for individuals seeking education and basic rights.
- Some individuals were denied identity documents necessary for university enrollment.
- The discriminatory nature of the decision led to questions about racism and injustice.
What has been the impact over 11 years?
The ruling exacerbated systemic issues and perpetuated stigma against black Dominicans of Haitian descent.
- Basic rights such as education, work, and marriage have been denied to many.
- The struggle continues to ensure justice and human rights for Dominicans of Haitian descent.
What is the call to action?
An appeal is made to the Dominican state to rectify the injustice and uphold human rights.
- Ending statelessness and discrimination is crucial for the well-being of affected individuals.
- Raising awareness about the plight of Dominicans of Haitian descent is essential for driving positive change.
Over a decade of enduring and resisting statelessness in the Dominican Republic highlights the ongoing struggle for equality and justice.
Source: www.amnesty.org