Activities of the Working Group 2014, para. 60g

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[In order to provide equal access to justice for people of African descent and as a part of the duty of States to protect human rights, the Working Group calls upon States to guarantee that:] Good quality and free legal aid is offered to women of African descent who are in need, so that access to justice is available to everyone. Information about legal services and legal centres should be easily available and widely distributed, especially among groups facing multiple forms of discrimination, such as women of African descent. Regular training and education should be provided to people of African descent about their legal rights and the available services;
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Working Group of experts on people of African descent
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Equality & Inclusion
Person(s) affected
  • Women
Year
2014
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Conclusion / Recommendation
Reference
WG People of African Descent, Report to the HRC (2014), A/HRC/27/68, para. 60g.
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Conclusion / Recommendation
Paragraph number
60g