We demand equal representation!
The Mediterranean Institute of Gender Studies congratulates the new President-elect of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nicos Anastasiades.
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Women’s rights and gender justice
Eradicating Dissent in post-Mubarak Egypt: Civil Society Face New Repressive Laws
Last week, the Egyptian Ministry of Justice announced a new draft Law on Civil Associations and Foundations and a draft law on demonstrations for consideration and approval by the government.
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EU marks ‘Arab Spring’ two years on: Time to walk the talk!
As the European Council meets 7 and 8 February, the EMHRN reminds the Heads of State and Government of the EU of their pledge to promote human rights in the southern Mediterranean countries.
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Revisiting Sexualities in the 21t Century
The Cyprus Sociological Association, the University of Nicosia, the Cyprus Family Planning Association, ACCEPT LGBT Cyprus and the MIGS are organizing a conference called “Revisiting Sexualities in the 21t Century”.
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Egypt Two years after the revolution, the protection of basic citizens’ rights remains non-existent
On the occasion of the second anniversary of the January 25 Revolution, our organisations express their serious concern over the situation of human rights, democracy and the rule of law in Egypt.
Gender Audit of the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Network 2012
The purpose of this gender audit is to shed light on the commitments of the EMHRN with regard to gender equality, women’s rights and gender mainstreaming.
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Women in Transition and the Media Why Can’t You See Us?
In a bid to contribute to progressive media coverage of the role of women during transitions phases in the Arab world, the EMHRN published today a practical guide for Media professionals.
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Egypt: The constitutional declaration and the spiraling violence in Egypt leads the country away from the path to Democracy
EMHRN is deeply concerned over the violence that took place yesterday between supporters and opponents of President Morsi. Opponents include representatives of various national forces protesting against the Constitutional Declaration
EU-Algeria Association Council: Priority to Human Rights!
Our organisations are urging the EU to give greater priority to human rights and to make this issue, including gender equality and democratic reforms, a priority of the agenda of the Association Council.
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Gender Media Guide 2012
The EMHRN guide offers ideas for new angles for your media coverage of transition issues and suggestions for how to broaden your contacts lists.
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