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  • Published on Nov 16, 2018

    They fled Venezuela for a better life. Now their children aren’t allowed in school.

    When Ruth Navarro set her sights on the picturesque and wealthy islands of Trinidad and Tobago, just a few miles off Venezuela’s coast, she imagined a place where she could escape the grinding hunger of home and, most importantly, build a life for her 8- …

    Source: Miami Herald
  • Published on Oct 3, 2018

    Columbus a humanitarian? Hardly. But he did play an important role in early human rights laws

    In the New World he supposedly discovered in 1492 — if you don’t count the millions who were living here already — Christopher Columbus’ is a reputation in eclipse. The sea captain-navigator whose explorations gave Spain a massive empire has also had laid …

    Source: Los Angeles Times
  • Published on Nov 10, 2018

    Human rights attorney Jodi-Ann Quarrie is Jamaica's newest UN fellow

    International human rights attorney and host of the 'Morning Agenda' on Power 106 FM Jodi-Ann Quarrie has been named one of the 2018 United Nations fellows for people of African descent. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for human …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
  • Published on Oct 11, 2018

    UN Calls for Release of Colombian Nationals Detained in Venezuela

    GENEVA —  The U.N. human rights office is calling on the Venezuelan government to release 59 Colombian nationals held without charge for more than two years under horrific conditions. The detainees were picked up during security sweeps by the Venezuelan …

    Source: Voice of America
  • Published on Nov 7, 2018

    Human Rights Watch Submits Comments on Proposed Rule Regarding the Detention of Children and Families

    A girl stands in the lobby of the Adelanto immigration detention center, in Adelanto, California, U.S., April 13, 2017. © 2017 Reuters The following are Human Rights Watch’s comments in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the …

    Source: Human Rights Watch
  • Published on Nov 4, 2018

    Scotland ‘lags behind many countries on human rights’

    Scotland lags behind many countries in human rights laws concerning basic needs such as health, housing and employment, a report reveals. Research released today by the Scottish Human Rights Commission highlights an “accountability gap” in Scotland and the …

    Source: Scotsman
  • Published on Nov 3, 2018

    Human Rights Council Central to Tackling Most Serious Violations, Its President Tells Third Committee, as Delegates ...

    GA/SHC/4249 GENERAL ASSEMBLY THIRD COMMITTEE 　　 43RD MEETING (PM) 　　 In the 12 years since its establishment, the Human Rights Council has played a pivotal role in addressing the world’s most difficult situations, its President told the Third …

    Source: Relief Web
  • Published on Nov 1, 2018

    How Vilification of George Soros Moved From the Fringes to the Mainstream

    WASHINGTON — Hours after he was informed last week that an explosive device had been delivered to his suburban New York home, George Soros, the billionaire investor and Democratic donor, got on a call with colleagues to discuss yet another threat: the …

    Source: International Herald Tribune
  • Published on Oct 24, 2018

    Manus detainee up for human rights award

    By Australian Associated Press Published: 14:03 EDT, 24 October 2018 | Updated: 14:03 EDT, 24 October 2018 A refugee about to enter his sixth year on Manus Island has been nominated for a global human rights award, alongside people from Turkey and Colombia …

    Source: Charleston Daily Mail
  • Published on Oct 24, 2018

    Three extraordinary nominees for Martin Ennals human rights award

    Geneva — A Turkish human rights lawyer, an Afro-Colombian activist, and a Sudanese refugee were nominated on Wednesday for one of the world’s most prestigious human rights prizes. The annual Martin Ennals Award — sometimes referred to as “the Nobel prize …

    Source: Business Day
  • Published on Oct 22, 2018

    Hebrew University’s Department of BDS

    Photo Credit: Asher Schwartz {Originally posted to the JNS website} I went over the ruling from Judge Neal Hendel in the case of BDS activist Lara Alqasem, and I think I understand his thinking. Not only is Alqasem neglecting BDS issues (and she has for …

    Source: Jewish Press
  • Published on Mar 19, 2018

    Argentine human rights lawyer is latest Venezuelan detainee to flee

    CARACAS: An Argentine-Venezuelan rights lawyer became the latest activist to escape detention by President Nicolas Maduro's government and flee Venezuela over the weekend. "I am so happy to be free, but so sad for what's left behind," …

    Source: Channel News Asia
  • Published on Mar 19, 2018

    Argentine human rights lawyer is latest Venezuelan...

    By Reuters Published: 10:07 EDT, 19 March 2018 | Updated: 10:07 EDT, 19 March 2018 By Andrew Cawthorne CARACAS, March 19 (Reuters) - An Argentine-Venezuelan rights lawyer became the latest activist to escape detention by President Nicolas Maduro's …

    Source: Charleston Daily Mail
  • Published on Jun 17, 2018

    Future of FARC peace deal at stake as Colombia chooses next president

    Sunday’s election is crucial for a country polarised over the 2016 peace deal with guerrilla group FARC. Ivan Duque’s presence in the final round is far from a surprise. Considered the favourite after winning 39 percent of the vote in the first round, he …

    Source: France 24
  • Published on Jun 17, 2018

    Colombians vote in the second round of presidential elections on June 17, with a choice between the favourite Ivan Duque,...

    Sunday’s election is crucial for a country polarised over the 2016 peace deal with guerrilla group FARC. Ivan Duque’s presence in the final round is far from a surprise. Considered the favourite after winning 39 percent of the vote in the first round, he …

    Source: France 24
  • Published on Oct 11, 2018

    Venezuela prisons ‘beyond monstrous’, warns UN

    CARACAS - Conditions in Venezuela’s prisons are “beyond monstrous”, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said yesterday, before calling for an independent and transparent investigation into the death of a leading political opponent of the Government. Issuing …

    Source: Curacao Chronicle
  • Published on Oct 10, 2018

    ‘Children on the Move’ Require Better Protection from Violence, Experts Tell Third Committee amid Concerns over Illegal ...

    GA/SHC/4231 GENERAL ASSEMBLY THIRD COMMITTEE SEVENTY-THIRD SESSION, 11TH & 12TH MEETINGS (AM & PM) Child Dies Every 5 Minutes from Abuse, Special Representative Says Children on the move must be better protected from detention, family …

    Source: Relief Web
  • Published on Oct 9, 2018

    Press briefing on Bangladesh and Venezuela

    Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: Ravina Shamdasani Location: Geneva Date: 9 October 2018 Subject: (1) Bangladesh (2) Venezuela 1. Bangladesh The Digital Security Act was on Monday signed into law in Bangladesh, despite wide- …

    Source: Relief Web
  • Published on Jun 5, 2018

    Colombia: Mend Transitional Justice Law

    (Washington, DC) –The Colombian Constitutional Court should address significant flaws in the justice component of the peace accord with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), Human Rights Watch said today in an amicus brief to the court. The …

    Source: Human Rights Watch
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Power Purchase Agreement - Singapore

Date: 19-Nov-18 to 22-Nov-18
Location: Singapore / Singapore
“Structuring successful Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), managing competitive electricity markets & attracting merchant power investments” Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) http://www.infocusinternational.com/ppa Dates & Locations: 20 - 23 March 2018, Perth 23 - 26 April 2018, Dubai 17 - 20 September 2018, Johannesburg 19 - 22 November 2018, Singapore Overview There are many moving pieces affecting the future of electric power development in emerging market. Unlike the past Independent Power Project models, which featured standardised take-or-pay contracts – today’s market demands more innovative incentives to ensure better availability, better performance, as well as more attractive and sustainable mixtures of fuel sources. Economies throughout the region ...

African Regional Conference on the Environment, November 2018, Cape Town

Date: 28-Nov-18 to 30-Nov-18
Location: Cape Town / South Africa
Topics include: • The future of water supplies in Africa: addressing the water scarcity, ground water pollution, and sanitation challenges • Extractive industries: maintaining the balance between economic development and a sustainable environment • Wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection • Maritime issues in African coastal states: maritime security and ocean pollution • Climate change impacts on Africa: challenges and opportunities • Urban waste management in Africa’s cities • African regional and sub-regional judicial institutions: practical environment protection and enforcement mechanisms

IPBC Asia 2018, Shanghai, 2-4 December

Date: 02-Dec-18 to 04-Dec-18
Location: China
The Asia-Pacific region is cementing its position as the focus point for the international IP market as its rapid development drives deal making, IP investment and litigation trends. Against this background, IAM is pleased to be returning to Shanghai for the sixth IPBC Asia, hosted at the Ritz-Carlton Pudong on December 2 to 4 2018. The packed, fully bilingual programme (with simultaneous Chinese-English translations) will explore IP value creation strategies with a specifically Asian flavour, address the issues faced by the region’s rights holders as they expand their businesses overseas, and provide market insights and practical advice for international IP owners operating in the region.

Pharma & Biotech IP - 28 January, London

Date: 28-Jan-19 to 28-Jan-19
Location: United Kingdom
With disruptive political and legislative change on the horizon at home and abroad, it has never been more important for European biopharma patent professionals to have a crystal-clear understanding of the changes shaping IP protection and value creation. Attendees will: Understand how patent owners are overcoming barriers and building successful IP business Grasp the political and legislative changes confronting the life sciences Get to grips with the questions surrounding second medical use claims and Gain updates on key court decisions and landmark Benefit from in-depth intelligence on US patent developments affecting international rights Obtain answers to the questions hanging over the future of SPC rights in Meet, network and ...

Brand Protection Online - March 5, Chicago

Date: 05-Mar-19 to 05-Mar-19
Location: Chicago / United States
While the continuous evolution of technology and expansion of the online world creates opportunities for brands and businesses, it also results in significant challenges. Loss of revenue, reputation, and customer trust can all be direct results of the threats that inevitably arise in in the online space. Key topics will include: Futureproofing your online brand protection Fighting infringement on ecommerce Strategies for social networks and Navigating a changing domain name Data privacy and ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Want more from WTR while you’re in Chicago? Come back the next day for... Managing Trademark Assets USA | March 6, 2019 | Chicago, IL - www.wtr-events.com/ As brands expand ...

Managing Trademark Assets USA - March 6, Chicago

Date: 06-Mar-19 to 06-Mar-19
Location: Chicago / United States
As brands expand and adapt to new technologies, business models and markets, trademark professionals face increasing challenges in protecting, managing, and enforcing their IP rights. However, while the challenges continue to escalate, budgets and resources remain the same—only adding to their burden. By attending, you will: Learn about new approaches to strategic trademark Review the good, the bad, and the ugly of cease and desist enforcement Take away disruptive strategies for fighting Understand how to overcome the marketing versus trademark Become well versed in how to make money with trademarks, and position the legal function as a profit Access new strategies for managing portfolio risk in the global business ---------------...

21st Commonwealth Law Conference, 8-12 April 2019, Livingstone, Zambia

Date: 08-Apr-19 to 12-Apr-19
Location: Zambia
Commonwealth Lawyers Association alongwith the Law Association of Zambia will be presenting to you the 21st Commonwealth Law Conference on the theme: “The Rule of Law in Retreat? Challenges for the Modern Commonwealth.” The Commonwealth Law Conference has always been a unique event attracting the legal fraternity spread over the continents by offering a platform to discuss topical issues. We will be focusing on various streams on Corporate & Commercial, Constitutional & Human Rights, Legal & the Judicial Profession and also Contemporary Legal topics. At the conference, the young and veterans of the profession will be sharing their experience, from home and regional jurisdictions and from across the continents. Formal and informal interactions during the conference offer a ...

IPBC Global 2019, 16-18 June 2019, Boston USA

Date: 16-Jun-19 to 18-Jun-19
Location: Boston / United States
In the face of the fourth industrial revolution, it has never been more important to ensure that IP strategy is fully aligned with overall business goals – or to recognise that traditional models of IP value creation could well be redundant in a time of unprecedented technological development, innovation and convergence. IPBC Global’s 2019 programme is focused on exploring all the key issues that this new era of change presents for corporate IP leaders, as well as policy makers, investors, the legal profession and third-party service providers.

International Bar Association Annual Conference Seoul September 2019

Date: 22-Sep-19 to 27-Sep-19
The 2019 Annual Conference will be held in Seoul, South Korea, a thriving metropolis that mixes the traditional with the modern – from skyscrapers, high-tech subways, K-pop culture and K-beauty to Buddhist temples, palaces and street markets and a history going back 5,000 years. This technology forward, but deeply traditional city, located between the North Asian powerhouses of Japan and China, will be an ideal location for the largest and most prestigious event for international lawyers.
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