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(In)Equality in Aid discussed at the 9th session of the Forum on Minority Issues (IDSN News, 2016)
The 9th session of the Forum on Minority Issues (the Forum) was held last week, on 24 and 25 November 2016, focusing on the situation of minorities in humanitarian crises. The Forum provides a unique opportunity for state representatives, experts, civil society and minority communities, and specialised bodies to engage in a constructive dialogue and seek ways to strengthen the protection and promotion of minority rights in prevention, crisis situations and the aftermath.
DSN-UK “joining hands to end racial discrimination” with CERD « DSN-UK
IDSN at the CERD consultation with civil society: joining hands to end racial discrimination (IDSN News, 2016)
On 23 November 2016, the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) held a consultation with civil society organisations “Joining hands to end racial discrimination”. It aimed to reflect on how the International Convention on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination helped make a difference in combatting racial discrimination and seek views on how to improve and enhance its engagement with civil society.
Human Rights Council concludes general debate on racism and racial discrimination
IHEU and IDSN call on India to protect Dalit rights and civil society space (IHEU, 2016)
The International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU), in association with International Dalit Solidarity Network (IDSN) has called on India to do more to eliminate the scourge of caste-based discrimination in the country and to ensure justice is served for Dalit victims.
UN expert supports IDSN at Human Rights Council (IDSN News 2016)
Special Rapporteur Maina Kiai cites the case of IDSN as an example of how procedure is being used in the ECOSOC Committee on NGOs to prevent civil society organisations from getting UN accreditation.
How to be free of caste in India (The Hindu)
As India marks the 125th birth anniversary of B.R. Ambedkar this week, it must acknowledge the pervasiveness of discrimination and confront it head-on.
Stung by UN Report on Caste Discrimination, India Cries Foul | The Wire
Rohith’s suicide issue raised during UN rights meet
COUNTERVIEW: Govt of India “blocks” Dalit solidarity network’s move to seek recognition at UN (2016)
Infamous NGO Committee excludes human rights defenders from the UN (IDSN, 2016, news)
Press release: For the 18th time since 2008, the Committee on NGOs has deferred IDSN’s application – the longest pending one of its kind – for UN ECOSOC consultative status. Two more questions from India have yet again delayed the process.
IDSN cited as example of obstruction against NGOs (IDSN News)
More than 230 NGOs have called on members of the UN’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) to reform the practice of the Committee on NGOs that prevents certain human rights organisations – including IDSN – from associating freely with the UN.
UN Special Rapporteur criticises India’s FCRA (IDSN news)
A controversial piece of Indian legislation could be used to silence organisations that criticize the government. It contravenes the country’s international human rights obligations, a UN expert says.
Latest news on caste discrimination
UN expert: India should legislate against housing discrimination (IDSN News)
The UN Special Rapporteur on the right to adequate housing has completed a 12-day visit to India during which she expressed concern about India’s legacy of discrimination against Dalits and other marginalised groups.
Rohith suicide case continues to stir India (IDSN News)
Almost three months have passed since the tragic suicide of Dalit PhD-student Rohith Vemula, but his untimely death continues to attract national and international attention.
UN Deputy High Commissioner gravely concerned about caste discrimination (IDSN News)
During the 31st Session of the UN Human Rights Council, Dalit human rights campaigners met the high-ranking UN human rights official, Kate Gilmore.