Minority Rights Group International
Minority Rights Group is an international NGO working to secure rights for ethnic,religious and linguistic minorities across the world and to promote cooperation and understanding between communities.
Primary web addresses
http://www.minorityrights.org
Main Address
54 Commercial Street,
London E1 6LT
London E1 6LT
Country
United Kingdom
Main Telephone
(0)20 7422 4200
Joined OneWorld
01.02.2008
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16.07.2009
Of the world’s 101 million children out of school, between 50 and 70 per cent are from minorities or indigenous peoples, says a new report.
more...Image: State of the World's Minorities and Indigenous Peoples 2009
02.07.2009
Despite changes in the US approach to the Muslim world, civilian populations are at greater risk than ever before in countries at the frontline of the "war against terrorism", according to the latest Peoples Under Threat ranking.
more...Related topics/regions: [United States]
29.04.2009
Indian Dalits (formerly often known as Untouchables) have come under serious attack and intimidation, preventing many from voting in the country’s elections, and human rights organisations are warning of further violence and targeted attacks in the next phase of voting.
more...Related topics/regions: [India]
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