CGF concludes Climate Justice Conference with Government Law College Ernakulam in Kerala

From January 24 – 26, 2023 the Common Good Foundation in partnership with the Centre for Criminal Law of His Highness Maharajas Government Law College Ernakulam completed a three day conference focusing on current topics related to climate justice as it intersects with green crimes. For more information, check out the program and speakers below!

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Addressing Alleged Witchcraft Persecution – Report

Recently in Malawi, an elderly woman was accused of “bewitching” her daughter to death. Two men, intent on punishing the women for being an alleged “witch,” forced her to bury the body. They beat her and then buried the woman alive, who survived because she was rescued by her sister and daughters.

All over the world, people who are elderly, widowed, disabled, and children, are accused of witchcraft or being witches. Most people assume witchcraft accusations are a part of history, but sadly this behavior continues in the present day. This report examines the human rights instruments that address this kind of persecution and recommends actions be taken to prevent further violations of human rights.

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Protecting Minority Rights in the face of Mass Atrocities – Conference

The Common Good Foundation is excited to partner with Dr. Narissa Ramsundar, Professor at Canterbury Christ Church University (UK) to host “Examining Human Rights violations against minority groups” on July 14, 2022 from 9 am – 5 pm. This one day conference will examine minority rights from around the world and what mechanisms have done to address human rights violations. This conference compliments a previous report examining minority rights published by the Common Good Foundation which can be found here.

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ECOR concludes 2022 Milieura International Conference

The Earth, Climate and Ocean Research Foundation based in Kerala, India has concluded its two day conference titled, “Milieura- One Earth for All of Us: Changing Climate and Environment” which took place virtually on June 11th and 12th. The international conference featured select speakers from around the world. The conference addressed an area of topics which included climate change, oceans, and best practices to work together on environmental issues. The Common Good Foundation was excited to be a Knowledge Partner for this Conference.

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CFP: Examining 21st Century Alleged Witchcraft Persecution

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The Common Good Foundation in partnership with The Resolution Journal is publishing a special volume dedicated to Alleged Witchcraft Persecution (AWP).

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Report: Revenge, Lies, and Hypocrisy: Examining the Role of Corruption in Rape Cases

The Common Good Foundation has published a report titled, “Revenge, Lies, and Hypocrisy: Examining the Role of Corruption in Rape Cases.” The report examines how corruption plays a role in rape cases notably in the initial stages of a case and how abuse of power and moral turpitude play a role in these cases.

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United Nations Must Act to Protect Religious Minorities in Burma

The Common Good Foundation, along with 90 plus organizations and individuals, has signed a joint letter calling upon the UN Secretary General to stop rampant violations of religious freedom in Burma by the Burmese military.

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