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Human RightsDemocracy isn’t just weakening in America, it is already disappearing
The solution to America’s rapid democratic decline cannot simply be that, in this deteriorating situation, America’s democracy will vote its way out of it.
Human RightsDisplacement: An Inherent Problem of a Divided World
More than 120 million people have been displaced from their homes due to war, climate change, political instability and oppression in the...
Global JusticeCivil Society is Playing a Vital Role in Defense of Human Rights
From online news reports to social media platforms, the rise of authoritarianism and the surge in catastrophic armed conflicts are being broadcast...
Global JusticeResistance to the International Criminal Court by the World’s Most Powerful Nations
The International Criminal Court’s recent issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for...
Human RightsThe Parliaments of the World’s Religions
The first time that many religious representatives met with each other was at the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893. Three of the goals of this gathering were to show “what and how many important truths the various Religions hold and teach in common;” to discover “what light Religion has to throw on the great problems of the present age;” and “to bring the nations of the earth into a more friendly fellowship, in the hope of securing permanent international peace.”
Human RightsDomestic Violence And Women’s Empowerment Initiatives: Exploring The Relationship In A Patriarchal Setting
Domestic violence is the most common form of violence against women and is reported globally to be experienced by one out of every three women.
Global JusticeThe Ukraine War And International Law
The Ukraine War has provided a challenging time for the nations of the world and, particularly, for international law. Since antiquity, far-sighted thinkers have worked on developing rules of behavior among nations in connection with war, diplomacy, economic relations, human rights, international crime, global communications, and the environment.
Human RightsHuman And Environmental Rights Come With Mutual Responsibilities
If we want a world where our human and environmental rights are elevated, we must place as much importance on our responsibilities to humanity and the planet as we put on our rights.
Human RightsCGS 2022 Global Citizen Award To Pope Francis
Citizens for Global Solutions is honored to present Pope Francis with our Global Citizen Award for 2022.