In response to the rise of social networks and the phenomenon of “sharenting“, the French law issued on February 19, 2024 marks a significant step forward in protecting children’s rights. By explicitly introducing minors’ image rights to the Civil Code, this reform...
For more than thirty years, the conflict in the DRC has cost the lives of more than six million people, including countless children. Since 2024, with the significant intensification of the conflict, it is appropriate to report the impact of these conflicts on the...
Japan is undergoing a legislative transformation regarding parental rights. A new reform of the Civil Code, the first in 77 years, introduces a major change concerning joint custody after divorce. Although this bill has been long awaited, it has sparked strong...
Girls living with an autism spectrum disorder throughout the United States of America are being overlooked and misdiagnosed. Autism has historically focused exclusively on young white boys. This inadequate research and testing leave girls and girls of colour in...
When the world thinks of chocolate, they frequently think of Europe – of countries like Switzerland, Belgium or the Netherlands – all of which are well known for the high-quality chocolate they produce. The reality, however, is that 70% of the world’s cocoa...
Muslim children in Indian education face discrimination and challenges that hinder their access to quality learning opportunities. Despite comprising around 14% of the population, Muslims encounter obstacles such as declining enrollment rates, contentious bans on...
In some parts of Africa, there’s a disturbing trade driven by the belief in the supernatural powers of albino body parts. Sadly, children, who are particularly vulnerable, are targeted for ritualistic killings. Regrettably, Tanzania’s response to the crisis has fallen...
The proliferation of gambling in Serbia has become a pressing social issue, particularly concerning its impact on the youth. With the expansion of the gambling industry, including the increase in registered gambling shops, and the pervasive influence of online...
The 2024 Paris Olympics, which are being held from 26 July until 11 August and which have incorporated for the first time a human rights dimension specifically into its Host City Contract, promise progress. However, the emphasis has been more on environmental...
Kenya, along with all other African jurisdictions, has committed to guaranteeing 12 years of primary and secondary education for all children in line with the African Union’s (AU) Continental Education Strategy (Human Rights Watch, 2024). Despite this, and visible...