Understanding the Risks of Human Trafficking in Travel Travel is a dream for many, whether for leisure, business, or the promise of a lucrative job abroad. However, not every opportunity is genuine. Unfortunately, some individuals fall victim to scams where perpetrators lure them with false promises of employment, only for the reality to become a […]
Closing the Year with Appreciation As the year draws to a close, we recognise that everyone is busy finalising tasks and preparing to take a well-deserved break. This is a special time to reconnect with family and loved ones, reflecting on the achievements and challenges of the past months. It is an ideal moment to […]
Violence against women and girls is a critical issue that affects societies across the globe. Alarming statistics reveal that one in three women experiences physical or sexual violence, with the majority of these acts perpetrated by an intimate partner. This widespread problem highlights the urgency for collective and decisive action. Violence as a Human Rights […]
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-42236752 Five years after the notorious gang rape and murder of a 23-year old physiotherapy student on a bus in Delhi, the BBC’s Geeta Pandey asks if India is a better place for women today. First, a recap of the horrific crime – the young woman and her male friend had boarded the bus […]
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-40484276 The Indian Supreme Court has ruled that the controversial practice of instant divorce in Islam is unconstitutional. It is being hailed as a huge victory by rights activists. But the battle was not easy, as the BBC’s Geeta Pandey in Delhi explains. Over the years, Muslim women in India have complained of living […]