Claim for higher standards of protection of DD.HH. in infrastructure megaprojects
The Declaration of Lima, signed by civil society organizations from Latin America and the Caribbean, highlights the urgent need to ensure the rights of environmental defenders in the face of the growing cases of corruption surrounding megaprojects and the lack of access to public information.
The hidden deception of the industry behind food labeling
One study concluded that 9 out of 10 cereals, desserts and cookies have low nutritional value. The regulation of the labels does not prevent that adequate information is hidden, thus violating the right to health.
We participate in the launch of the National Coalition for the Prevention of Childhood Obesity
The event for the presentation of the Coalition includes the dialogue between actors from different sectors linked to the problem and the presentation of a first consensus document on policy standards for healthy school environments in Argentina.
We are part of the Consultative Council of the National Institute of Women
The National Women's Institute (INAM), former National Council for Women, created a space for participation for civil society, called Ad-Honorem Advisory Council (CCAH). From FUNDEPS we participate in the call and we are one of the two organizations representing the province of Córdoba.
The UN urges banks to address attacks on human rights defenders
A UN report highlights the growing attacks against human rights defenders in the context of commercial and investment activities, including financing for development.