UN Rapporteur warns that contemporary slavery persists in Brazil
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Check out 8 aspects of the new IACHR resolution on relatives of incarcerated people
The document, produced by an OAS-affiliated entity, reinforces the protection of family ties, prohibits humiliating strip searches and acknowledges specific impacts on women, children, and people with disabilities
Climate and Human Rights Glossary – Part 1
Conectas has compiled a list of key terms with a view to widening the debate on climate justice and fundamental rights; see the entries below
10 years of custody hearings as a tool against police violence and prison overcrowding
The initiative, which was created in 2015, contributes to the control of violence, safeguards fundamental rights and strengthens efforts to combat mass incarceration
Study indicates 20 years of flaws in the protection of human rights defenders
A survey by the CBDDH exposes budget cuts, the lack of a legal framework, and the inefficacy of the PPDDH
UN experts denounce violations of reproductive rights
A mission of experts listened to feminist organizations in three capital cities and reiterated their concern over bills that limit reproductive rights
Joint statement – Conectas Human Rights and WOLA
Human rights organizations in Brazil and the U.S. condemn the Trump administration’s attacks on Brazilian democracy
A bill that weakens the Public Defender’s office under debate at the São Paulo State Legislature (ALESP)
Over 100 organizations signed a statement opposing a bill that limits the scope of the body in defending minorities and socially vulnerable populations
