guidelines
Revised Philippine Guidelines on Indigenous Consent Spark Outcry Over Human Rights Violations and Corporate Encroachment
The Philippine government’s recently unveiled revisions to the national guidelines governing free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) have ignited a fierce debate over the future of Indigenous rights and the integrity of ancestral domains. Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued a stern warning this week, asserting that the new regulations significantly weaken the ability of Indigenous […]
Robust Guidelines for EU Companies Vital to Accountability Law
Human Rights Watch submitted a comprehensive written proposal to the European Commission on July 23, urging the body to establish rigorous and uncompromising guidelines for the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). This landmark piece of legislation, designed to hold large corporations accountable for human rights and environmental violations within their global […]
Japan Sports Agency Releases New Safety Guidelines Amid Growing Calls for Legally Binding Protections Against Athlete Abuse
The Japan Sports Agency (JSA) has officially unveiled its Guidelines for Evaluating and Improving Safety Measures in Physical Activity and Sports, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s ongoing struggle to modernize its athletic culture. Released as a trial version on January 27, 2026, the document represents a structured governmental response to years of documented […]
