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Legislation refers to the process of creating and enacting laws. In most democratic societies, legislation is created through a process that involves several steps, including proposal, debate, and voting. Once a law has been passed by a legislative body, it must be signed by the appropriate authority before it can be enacted. Legislation is an important aspect of the legal system, as it sets the rules and guidelines that govern society and provide a framework for addressing issues and conflicts that arise within a community.
In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine last February, the European Union has opened its borders to millions of Ukrainians fleeing the conflict. This show of humanity and compassion from the bloc toward refugees is heartening, but also exceptional in recent decades. Will the E.U.’s reaction to the Ukraine crisis set a new precedent…
It’s been nearly 200 years since slavery was abolished in the state, but a modern form of it continues every day in plain sight. An estimated 25 million people were trafficked across the globe in 2021, according to legislation, sponsored by Sen. Anna Kaplan, to require information to report human trafficking in some New York…
In February 2022, we shared our initial reaction to the EU Commissions’ proposal for a mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence law. We have now released our comprehensive analysis and recommendations for addressing the proposal’s shortcomings. Rocio Domingo-Ramos, Business and Human Rights Policy and Research Officer, shares how we believe the proposal can be…
By Stana Buchowska, Regional Coordinator for Eastern Europe and Central Asia War affects everyone. The fallout is inescapable: the country that has been attacked, struggling to hold ground and protect its citizens; the country that is attaching, with its own people struggling to make sense of the chaos being done in their name; and neighboring…
Our member, Hintalovon, in Hungary, shares how misconceptions and ambiguity in legislation is affecting the rights of LGBTQ children. In Hungary, a 12 year old child can lawfully engage in sexual activities with anyone younger than 18. Once a child reaches the age of 14, he or she can have sex with anyone. Yet, sexual…
Defendant Instructed Enforcer: “If She Dares Fight Back, Beat Her More Viciously. Get Some Results from the Beating.”
April 27, 2022 • 8:37 am • Terry FitzPatrick ATEST is was well represented at Wednesday’s herring of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security. Speakers at the session included: ATEST Director Terry FitzPatrick (see written testimony here) ATEST member organization Human Trafficking Legal Center Founder and President Martina Vandenberg (see written…
Click a link below to jump to a particular article or scroll down to read the whole blog post. Iowa Trafficker Sentenced to 45 Years Iowa Human Trafficking Summit: May 10th-11th Urgent Need to Pass Safe Harbor Bill 500 Organizations Join IBAT Ukrainian Refugees at Risk of being Trafficked Grassley Co-Sponsors legislation to Support Human…
Baghdad, Iraq – 20 April 2022 – The issue of migrant smuggling and how best to address this crime has gained momentum in Iraq. To support Iraqi counterparts UNODC, under the framework of GLO.ACT Asia and the Middle East organized workshops bringing together diverse stakeholders to identify pathways likely to facilitate the drafting of national…
Read more about this bill and how it is being reported in the news in these clips. The bill and its relevant sections are included below the articles. Hotel workers required to complete training to combat human trafficking RICHMOND, Va. (CNS) — After a few lawmakers missed time during the session due to COVID-19, Del….
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