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2008

Human rights

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Developing An Effective Criminal Justice Response To Human Trafficking: Lessons From The Front Line, Anne T. Gallagher, Paul Holmes Aug 2008

Developing An Effective Criminal Justice Response To Human Trafficking: Lessons From The Front Line, Anne T. Gallagher, Paul Holmes

Anne T Gallagher

Trafficking in persons now affects all regions and most countries of the world. Over the past decade, there has been increasing acceptance of the need for an effective, internationally coordinated response. However, the practical difficulties in realizing this goal are considerable. No country can yet lay claim to genuine, extensive experience in dealing with trafficking as a criminal phenomenon. Most are developing and adapting their responses on the run, often under strong political pressure, and principally through trial and error. While communication between national agencies on this issue is improving, there is still very little cooperation or cross-fertilization of ideas …

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People's Tribunal On Torture Karnataka Report, Saumya Uma Jul 2008

People's Tribunal On Torture Karnataka Report, Saumya Uma

Dr. Saumya Uma

This is the interim report of the jury of the People's Tribunal on Torture, held in Bangalore, Karnataka. The Tribunal heard about 98 cases of custodial torture through the testimonies of victims / victim-survivors and / or their family members.

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People's Tribunal On Torture Tamil Nadu Report, Saumya Uma Jun 2008

People's Tribunal On Torture Tamil Nadu Report, Saumya Uma

Dr. Saumya Uma

This is the interim report of the jury of the People's Tribunal on Torture, held in Tamil Nadu. The Tribunal heard more than 250 cases of custodial torture through the testimonies of victims / victim-survivors and / or their family members.

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