Why are Bishops in Haiti and the Dominican Republic opposing the deportation of Haitian migrants? In a recent development, Bishops in Haiti and the Dominican Republic have voiced their concerns regarding the plans put forth by the newly elected president of the DR to deport Haitian migrants with irregular status. Despite acknowledging the state’s authority … Read more
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 … Read more
Amid concerns raised by Amnesty International about human rights violations related to the Dominican Republic’s migration policies, the Vice President, Raquel Peña, faced strong criticism. What did Amnesty International say? The state’s responsibility for documented events is undeniable. Resisting public scrutiny undermines confidence and harms those the state should protect. Amnesty International urges the government … Read more
President Luis Abinader’s second mandate is poised to focus on human rights as he embarks on his new term in office. Let’s explore the key priorities and challenges ahead: Addressing Human Rights Failures Amnesty International has condemned worrying human rights violations linked to migration policies. Urgent need to eradicate racial profiling, structural racism, and discrimination. … Read more
European Court of Human Rights ruling on Sex Workers What does the ruling entail? European Court of Human Rights against sex workers seeking redress Ruling on the impact of the “Nordic model” on human rights Failures of criminalizing sex work highlighted by Amnesty International Why is criminalizing sex work harmful? Amnesty International emphasized that criminalizing … Read more