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Societies that stand together are more resilient in times of crisis, say human rights heads on International Anti-Racism Day
While ever more countries introduce measures to counter the current health risks, it is important to remember that societies based on solidarity and inclusion are more resilient to fast-changing circumstances, said the heads of three European human rights institutions on the eve of the...
European Committee of Social Rights: Presentation of 2019 conclusions
The European Committee of Social Rights (ECSR) will present its conclusions for 2019 on Tuesday 24 March 2020. Due to restrictions related to the Covid-19 outbreak, the Committee will be unable to present the conclusions at a press conference. Instead they will be transmitted to the media via the...
Racism: Switzerland should improve support for victims says ECRI
A new report by the Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) calls on Switzerland to increase funding and human resources for counselling centres for victims of racism, and to deal more effectively with discrimination, as well as promoting integration. ECRI notes significant progress...
