Tag: gender
Welcomes the European Commission’s proposal on better protection of crime victims
On 18 May 2011, the European Commission proposed a package of legislative measures to strengthen victims’ rights in the European Union including a proposal for a new directive establishing minimum standards on the rights, support and protection of victims of crime which would improve the existing Framework Decision on the standing of victims in criminal proceedings (2001.220/JHA).
Equality Virginia and HRC Condemn State Board of Social Services for Failing to Serve the Best Interests of Virginia’s Children
Equality Virginia and the Human Rights Campaign today condemned the Virginia State Board of Social Services for voting to strip legal protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability, political beliefs and family status from final rules governing licensed adoption and foster care agencies.