UCU Caseworker Recruitment Appeal

UCU Caseworker Recruitment Appeal

  Dear Oxford UCU member, Oxford UCU heavily relies on the efforts of a team of hard-working caseworkers, ...
Human Rights Law Should Meet the Administrative State

Human Rights Law Should Meet the Administrative State

Human rights depend on a well-functioning administrative state. If the administrative state is dysfunctional, it ...
The Patriarchal Justice System of Bangladesh Fails Laws Preventing Dowry Violence

The Patriarchal Justice System of Bangladesh Fails Laws Preventing Dowry Violence

Being a party to the CEDAW, Bangladesh promises to promote women`s equality in every sphere. But the ...
Oxford University Community Condemns Human Rights Violations in Zimbabwe

Oxford University Community Condemns Human Rights Violations in Zimbabwe

In light of the unfolding situation in Zimbabwe, the Oxford Community has issued an open letter calling for end to ...
BHP to be Dammed?

BHP to be Dammed?

On 5 November 2015, a devastating mudslide following the collapse of the Fundao Dam tore through Mariana, Brazil, ...
Brutality and false imprisonment – welcome to the UK!

Brutality and false imprisonment – welcome to the UK!

On 8 June, BBC One aired a gripping drama based on the real life story of Anthony Bryan, one of the Windrush ...
The Future of Socio-Economic Rights in Nigeria: Beyond COVID-19

The Future of Socio-Economic Rights in Nigeria: Beyond COVID-19

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the enjoyment of human rights in various countries, particularly ...
Black Women are Leading the Largest Social Movement in U.S. History—and Their Lives Matter Too

Black Women are Leading the Largest Social Movement in U.S. History—and Their Lives Matter Too

Two months after George Floyd was murdered by a white police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, protests continue ...
Ireland: Historic Victory for Environmental Campaigners

Ireland: Historic Victory for Environmental Campaigners

In a landmark decision, the Irish Supreme Court has unanimously quashed what it termed the Irish Government’s ...
Statement by Oxford University Community Condemning Human Rights Violations in Zimbabwe

Statement by Oxford University Community Condemning Human Rights Violations in Zimbabwe

In light of the unfolding situation in Zimbabwe, the Oxford Community has drafted an open letter calling for end ...
Bad blood? Belgian Constitutional Court rules on gay and bisexual blood ban

Bad blood? Belgian Constitutional Court rules on gay and bisexual blood ban

In  September 2019, the Belgian Constitutional Court (‘BCC’) reviewed the constitutionality of a law setting up a ...
UN Working Group Report and Microsite: Reimagining the world of work so it is equal for everyone

UN Working Group Report and Microsite: Reimagining the world of work so it is equal for everyone

The UN Working Group on Discrimination against Women and Girls has released a new report on Women’s Human Rights ...