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Green Ghana Day: Global Dignity Forum's Unwavering Commitment to Environmental Conservation

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On this special occasion of Green Ghana Day, dedicated to preserving and restoring our environment, we, the Global Dignity Forum, extend our heartfelt greetings and emphasize our unyielding commitment to environmental conservation.   As a legally registered Non-Governmental and Non-Profit Civil Society Organization, the Global Dignity Forum firmly believes in the intrinsic link between human dignity and the protection of our environment. Today, as we commemorate Green Ghana Day, it is essential to reflect on the significant strides we have made in leveraging our initiatives, particularly the Human Dignity Education and Advocacy Club, to foster environmental consciousness among the youth and beyond.   At the heart of our approach lies the understanding that environmental sustainability and human rights are interdependent. The Human Dignity Education and Advocacy Club, a framework championed by the Global Dignity Forum, empowers young people with the knowledge, skills, and values necessa
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EMBRACING EQUITY: LET'S GIVE WOMEN THE CENTER STAGE!

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The world has made remarkable progress in the past few years in achieving gender equality and women's empowerment. However, there is still a long way to go. This year's International Women's Day theme, "Embracing Equity," reminds us of the importance of striving for a more equitable world for all, especially women.   Embracing equity requires collective action and the participation of all stakeholders in our communities. As we commemorate this year's International Women's Day, it is essential to ask ourselves what each of us can do to contribute to creating an equitable world for all. How can we embrace equity in our workplaces, homes, and communities? How can we promote women's participation in decision-making processes and ensure that they have equal access to opportunities and resources?   Women continue to face significant challenges, including gender-based violence, limited access to education and healthcare, unequal pay, and underrepresentation i
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Protecting Environmental Rights: Addressing the Negative Effects of Mining on Food Security and Natural Habitats in Ghana

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Environmental degradation caused by harmful mining practices is a growing concern for communities around the world. This is particularly relevant in Ghana, where mining plays a significant role in the economy, but also affects local food security and natural habitats. In this article, we'll explore the impact of mining on the environment and discuss ways to mitigate these negative effects. International law recognizes the right to a healthy environment and the responsibility of states to protect it. The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights both state that everyone has the right to an adequate standard of living, including food, and the right to live in a healthy environment. Similarly, Ghana's 1992 Constitution recognizes the right to a clean and healthy environment and requires the government to protect it. However, despite these protections, Ghana's communities still face har
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Protecting Environmental Rights: A Matter of Human Dignity

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As the world continues to grapple with the impact of climate change, it is important to recognize the intersection between environmental rights and human rights. The protection of the environment is not only a matter of preserving our natural resources but also a matter of ensuring the basic rights of all individuals. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of themselves and their family, including the right to food, clothing, housing, and medical care. Similarly, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change recognizes that climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable communities and that developed countries have a responsibility to take the lead in reducing emissions. Furthermore, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outline specific targets for addressing environmental issues, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing renewable ener
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The Menace of Mob Justice

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  Recently, G lobal Dignity Forum   has noticed  an upsurge in mob justice  in Ghana . This phenomenon is distinguished by the use of violence to resolve civil misunderstandings or to deal with suspected miscreants such as armed robbers, pick-pockets, rapists, and so on. This method of seeking justice is a significant affront to the rule of law and the administration of justice in the country.    Mob justice is a type of extrajudicial punishment or vengeance in which a suspect is often humiliated, assaulted, and, in many cases, killed by vigilantes or a crowd. Mob  justice denies the suspect or accused a defence in a fair trial. Global Dignity Forum condemns all past and recent acts of violence in the pursuit of justice and equity. Mob justice is a  terrible  form of injustice.  I t is a criminal offence punishable by law  under   the 1992 Constitution  of Ghana .   It violates all  N ational and  I nternational  C onventions that guarantee the right to life and  equity  for all people
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Advocacy Based on Human Rights Treaties and Standards

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Like other human rights organizations, Global Dignity Forum’s human rights advocacy is based on national constitutions, laws, and policies. As an organization that  challenge s  injustice and the violation of human dignity and hold s  perpetrators to account , we believe that it is important for advocates to know and effectively use international human rights instruments. This is because, among other things, international instruments describe what the specific rights are and how States should realise them.    It is important to note that the State has an obligation to incorporate the rights in the treaties into its domestic or national law and its policies and programs. Most human rights treaties have set up monitoring bodies, called treaty bodies, to oversee the way States implement the treaties.   A State that ratifies or accedes to a treaty becomes a State Party to the treaty. A State Party commits itself to  realise  the rights and freedoms contained in the treaties. This is often
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Ensuring Human Rights For Everyone

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Global Dignity Forum believes that the idea of “human dignity” is the foundation of human rights. Dignity expresses the idea that every human being has worth or value and should be treated with respect without distinction or discrimination.   The importance of human dignity has been recognised by national, regional and international human rights laws and standards. For example, Article 15 (1) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana states, “The dignity of all persons shall be inviolable.” People live in dignity if their fundamental human rights and freedoms are respected, protected and fulfilled. Therefore, States and governments that respect human rights are said to be working to achieve human dignity. Article 5 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights provides that “ Every individual shall have the right to the respect of the dignity inherent in a human being  and to the recognition of his legal status. All forms of exploitation and degradation of man, particularly slavery, sla
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