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14 June 2013

"Beyond Proof – Credibility Assessment in EU Asylum Systems" – 2013

This UNHCR report provides unique insights into EU state practices in the complex and challenging area of credibility assessment in asylum claims, based on research in EU Member States, guidance from states beyond the EU, training materials, over 200 court rulings and 70 academic publications. The checklists and flowcharts annexed to the report translate the legal and theoretical concepts into practical tools to assist decision-makers and support a fair assessment of credibility.

23 May 2013

Amnesty International Annual Report 2013

This annual report by Amnesty International provides an assessment of the human rights situation in the world. The 2013 report focuses on human rights abuses faced by people who have escaped conflict and persecution, i.e. refugees, or migrated to seek work and a better life for themselves and their families, i.e. migrants.

To access the country specific reports, go to Amnesty International Annual Report 2013

20 May 2013

International Religious Freedom Report for 2012

This annual publication by the US Department of State includes nearly 200 country/ territory specific reports which set forth the laws, policies, and practices of governments as well as the nature of societal respect for religious freedom in 2012.

To access the country specific reports, go to 2012 Report on International Religious Freedom

17 May 2013

Annual Review of the Human Rights Situation of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex People in Europe - 2013

This annual publication by ILGA - Europe provides a snapshot of events in 2012-at both the international and national levels, documents progress, and highlights key developments and trends regarding the human rights situation of LGBTI people. To access country specific reports, go to Annual Review of the Human Rights Situation of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex People - 2013

16 May 2013

Freedom in the World 2013: Democratic Breakthroughs in the Balance

This annual survey published by Freedom House provides a comparative assessment of global political rights and civil liberties in 195 countries and 14 related and disputed territories. The survey classifies countries as Free (43%), Partly Free (23%) and Not Free (34%).

To access the country specific reports, go to Freedom in the World - 2013

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