Law and Crime Prevention

An eight-year-old girl hides her face at a UNICEF-supported centre in Haiti that provides temporary care and support for trafficked children while authorities search for their parents. (file)
UNICEF/Marco Dormino

Human trafficking: UN chief calls for action as COVID leaves ‘many millions’ more vulnerable

29 July 2021
Global

UN Secretary General António Guterres on Thursday urged States to take action against human trafficking, where a third of all victims are children.

Nelson Mandela International Day recognizes his struggle for democracy and a culture of peace throughout the world.
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Call for ‘dignity, equality, justice and human rights’ rings out on Mandela Day 

18 July 2021
Global

Nelson Mandela International Day is an opportunity to reflect on the life and legacy of “a legendary global advocate for dignity, equality, justice and human rights”, the UN chief said on Sunday.