Introduction On 29 April 2024, the US Department of Labor’s (DOL) Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) issued nonbinding guidance (Guidance) on how federal contractors and subcontractors (collectively referred to as contractors) should use artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure compliance with existing equal employment opportunity (EEO) obligations under federal […]
Read MoreMichelle Mokone (Left) & Morongwe Mokone (right). Credit: UN magazine Two entrepreneurs take traditional African designs and sustainable materials and turn them into international success. By Mkhululi ChimoioUNITED NATIONS, Jul 16 2024 (IPS) What started as a pastime desire to sell crafts at local markets, deeply rooted in the […]
Read MoreCountry: occupied Palestinian territory Source: UN News Centre Airstrikes in Gaza’ s Al Mawasi area, which is designated as a humanitarian zone sheltering displaced people, have reportedly left at least 90 people dead and about 300 others injured.
Read MoreUPDATE: We continue to formulate strategies for reducing legal risk in the supply of liquefied natural gas as well as in the supply of gas, oil products, green fuels and other commodities. Energy partners Ben Holland and Steven Sparling have published an updated chapter on ‘LNG Arbitrations’ for the 6th edition of the Global […]
Read MoreUndermining Indigenous Peoples’ Rights: The Ongoing Struggle for Recognition in UN Environmental Agreements Country Global agnes Mon, 07/15/2024 – 14:31 Issues Human Rights Program 5 Main Image Reposted from un-spbf.org Authors: Bryan Bixcul – Cultural Survival/SIRGE Coalition Jan Morrill – Earthworks/SIRGE Coalition Prem Singh Tharu – Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact […]
Read MoreCredit: Mike Kemp/In Pictures via Getty Images By Andrew FirminLONDON, Jul 15 2024 (IPS) The political tide has turned in the UK – and civil society will be hoping for an end to government hostility. The 4 July general election ended 14 years of rule by the right-wing Conservative party. […]
Read MoreCountries: Belgium, Burkina Faso, Chad, Guinea, Mali, Niger, Senegal Source: International Organization for Migration Climate hazards have impacted mobility, livelihoods and stability. This project will support Burkina Faso, Guinea, Mali, Niger, Senegal and Chad in addressing these issues.
Read MoreCountries: Grenada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs The response plan will help to both support immediate life-saving and early recovery efforts. Shelter, food and healthcare have been identified as the top priorities.
Read MoreIn its last opinion of this term, the US Supreme Court in Corner Post v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System significantly extended the timeframe in which courts can review certain current and future regulations. Along with the Court’s decision the prior week in Loper Bright Enterprises v. […]
Read MoreNepal Officially Recognizes Humlo Peoples as an Indigenous Nationality Country Nepal agnes Fri, 07/12/2024 – 14:30 Issues Human Rights Program 5 Main Image By Dev Kumar Sunuwar (Koĩts-Sunuwar, CS Staff) In a landmark decision, Nepal has officially recognized Humlo Peoples as one of the country’s Indigenous nationalities. Following a Council […]
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