In 2009 we celebrated the 20th year of the adoption of a landmark piece of legislation—the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Child. Its adoption marks a high point … Read More
States Call to End Criminal Sanctions and Violence Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
A Joint Statement at the UN Human Rights Council
Manila warned about population issues
In “State of World Population,” the UN Population Fund examines the interrelations between population growth and climate change, and its impact on women, particularly those in poor and developing countries. … Read More
Poverty linked to unchecked population growth
By Liwliwa Malabed High birth rates hamper development in poorer countries, warns UN forum. We already know this. More than 2 decades ago, the Population Commission of the Philippines stated … Read More