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Nigeria's House of Representatives is helping journalists master the complex world of digital policy reporting. The training comes as lawmakers tackle everything from data protection to artificial intelligence.
The world's top court just affirmed that workers have a protected right to strike under international law. The landmark ruling could strengthen labor rights for tens of millions of people in 158 countries.
Thousands of Indian children had the legal right to attend private schools, but bureaucratic barriers kept them out. IAS officer Manjunath Bhajantari transformed the system with digital tools and public lotteries.
At a major UN labor conference, Saudi Arabia called for AI that protects workers while boosting productivity. The Kingdom showcased digital tools already helping 12 million workers navigate the tech revolution.
Kerala is leading India's pushback against new federal labor laws that workers say threaten their rights. The state government promised to use every constitutional tool to protect its workforce.
A new digital tool is bringing Colombia's legal protections for women out of legal jargon and into everyday language. After reviewing 117 laws, UN Women created DIME Mujer to help Colombian women understand and claim their rights.
British courts are making it harder for major companies to dodge responsibility for forced labor, unsafe conditions, and climate damage in their global operations. A new study shows workers and communities are winning real legal power against corporate giants.
The Industrial and Commercial Workers Union of Ghana just won national recognition for championing labor rights and workplace harmony. With 95,000 members strong, this union is proving that fighting for fair treatment leads to real progress.
Eight in 10 people haven't planned what happens to their online accounts after death, leaving grieving families locked out of photos, bank accounts, and precious memories. Now the Netherlands is taking action to help people protect their digital legacies.
South Africa is tackling illegal immigration with a major hiring push and stronger borders while President Ramaphosa firmly rejects violence and reaffirms the nation's commitment to human rights. The country intercepted 450,000 illegal crossings last year and is now adding 10,000 workplace inspectors to protect workers.
A powerful coalition of government agencies, nonprofits, and community leaders gathered in India to tackle child labor with a clear message: every child deserves books, not tools. The city-wide awareness campaign marks a growing movement to protect vulnerable children and ensure their right to education.
Smart Africa and Rwanda's Certa Foundation just joined forces to help African governments build stronger digital policies and train the next generation of tech leaders. The partnership aims to tackle infrastructure gaps while ensuring Africa controls its own digital destiny.
Joe Ajaero, who survived assassination attempts and brutal harassment for defending workers' rights in Nigeria, just won one of the world's most prestigious labor honors. His courage is lifting hope for millions of workers facing repression.
Nigeria's tech agency just completed digital literacy training for 50 people with disabilities, opening doors to careers in the country's growing digital economy. The program tackles a critical barrier: millions of Nigerians face platforms that simply don't work with assistive technologies.
Telangana officials rescued 529 people, including 226 children and nine infants, from four brick kilns where they were trapped in bonded labor. Two state governments are now working together to help these families rebuild their lives.
Amina Bouayach, who leads Morocco's National Human Rights Council, is calling for urgent action after revealing women globally have access to just 64% of men's legal rights. Her message on International Women's Day challenges governments and communities to turn promises into real protection.
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After seven years in court, a determined LGBTI rights organization in Eswatini refuses to back down in their fight for the constitutional right to exist. Their persistence is protecting civic freedom for everyone in the kingdom.
India's Madras High Court ruled that prisoners awaiting trial can choose where they receive medical treatment, affirming that constitutional rights don't stop at prison walls. The landmark decision recognizes healthcare choice as part of the fundamental right to life.
Mexico is asking more than 16,000 Indigenous and Afro-Mexican communities to help shape a groundbreaking law that would protect the rights of 25.8 million people. It's the first comprehensive Indigenous rights law in the nation's 200-year history.
The International Labour Organization just confirmed that the right to strike is a fundamental worker protection, strengthening the voices of 33 million educators worldwide. This landmark ruling comes as teachers face increasing pressure from underfunding and attacks on union rights.
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