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‘I wanted to escape this life by hiding who I was’
CLICK TO READ: ‘I wanted to escape this life by hiding who I was’Japan’s ‘untouchables’ – descendants of a shunned caste from a long-gone era – are still ostracised in modern…
Unheard Echoes: The Global Work and Descent Dialogue (EPISODE 1)
Global Forum of Communities Discriminated on Work and Descent(GFoD) is a global platform advocating for the rights and dignity of marginalized communities facing systemic discrimination based on work and descent—spanning Roma in Europe, Dalits and Burakumin in Asia, Haratin in Africa, and Quilombola and Palenque in Latin America. Representing 270 million people, we amplify voices and drive change. In this episode, we welcome Ms. Queen Bisseng from Cameroon, UN Programme Specialist for Africa at GFoD.
A dedicated researcher and advocate, she champions the recognition of human rights defenders working for Communities Discriminated on Work and Descent. From regional mechanisms to UN forums like the Human Rights Council, she has been a powerful voice for justice and is joining us in conversation with Naveen Gautam from GFoD.
Unheard Echoes: The Global Work and Descent Dialogue (EPISODE 2) with Dr. Simona Torotcoi
Global Forum of Communities Discriminated on Work and Descent(GFoD) is a global platform advocating for the rights and dignity of marginalized communities facing systemic discrimination based on work and descent—spanning Roma in Europe, Dalits and Burakumin in Asia, Haratin in Africa, and Quilombola and Palenque in Latin America. Representing 270 million people, we amplify voices and drive change.
Join us as we sit down with Simona Tortocoi, a prominent Roma leader, as she shares her experiences, insights, and advocacy for Roma rights. Don’t miss this powerful discussion!