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The worrying prison conditions of minors in France
In France, the number of incarcerated minors has sharply increased in recent years. In addition to the worrying rise in convictions, conditions for imprisoned minors do not always respect the specific needs of adolescents. The deprivation of children’s freedom must be a last resort and, if they are imprisoned, they must always be held separately […]
The detention of child migrants in desert camps along the US-Mexico border
An increasing number of families with children have been making dangerous journeys for safety in the US, with their applications often processed amidst challenging circumstances. The treatment of children by US border control in encampments has raised significant concerns, with reports indicating violations of their rights. As a result of these adverse conditions, these children […]
Protecting the rights of donor-conceived children in Canada’s gamete donation practices
With the increased use of assisted human reproduction, anonymous gamete donation presents a growing concern for donor-conceived children. Historically, donor-conceived children have been left with minimal protection for their physical and mental wellbeing. It is crucial to ensure access to verifiable information such as donor medical history and ongoing relevant health information to fulfill the […]
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