HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS Many organizations around the world dedicate their efforts to protecting human rights and ending human rights abuses. Major human rights organizations maintain extensive websites documenting violations and calling for remedial action, both at a governmental and grass-roots level. Public support and condemnation of abuses is important to their success, as human rights organizations are most effective when their calls for reform are backed by strong … [Read more...]
Jennifer Phillips – WOMAN of ACTION™
February 13, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to finally Celebrate the Life of one of our world's award winning entertainers, earning herself a long list of credits that include being Executive Producer, Producer, Director, Host, and writer in different aspects of the entertainment industry which include live stage show, commercials, music videos, various sports related documentaries, film and television shows. This powerhouse is also a global re-known feminist working not only for women's rights, … [Read more...]
Amnesty International Annual Report 2011 – United Kingdom
May 22, 2011 by
Amnesty International Annual Report 2011 - United Kingdom Head of state: Queen Elizabeth II Head of government: David Cameron (replaced Gordon Brown in May) Death penalty: abolitionist for all crimes Population: 61.9 million Life expectancy: 79.8 years Under-5 mortality (m/f): 6/6 per 1,000 An inquiry into allegations of UK involvement in torture and other human rights violations of people held overseas was announced. Key counter-terrorism powers were under review. The … [Read more...]
