Тhe largest body of independent experts of the United Nations Human Rights system urges all Governments around the world to stand up for human rights. The so-called populist movements are invoking nationalism and traditionalism to justify racist, xenophobic, sexist, homophobic and other forms of blatant discrimination, taking advantage also of the difficulties of the current economic climate. Hate speech aiming to incite violence, hostility, and discrimination is dramatically on the rise, as is violence against women, children, ethnic, religious or belief groups, persons with disabilities, sexual minorities, migrants and many other groups. Inequality is growing dramatically and democratic institutions are being systematically undermined. More and more governments are turning to increasingly intrusive technologies which systematically embed and exploit means of mass surveillance which threaten a whole range of fundamental human rights. More information is available here.
Source: Free Assembly