Posts tagged Sex Discrimination
The Effective Criminalization of Female Genital Mutilation in South Africa
The Effective Criminalization of Female Genital Mutilation in South Africa

By: Sophie Goodman.

Over 140 million girls and women are affected by Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Many countries have taken steps to enact laws and regulations to curb the cultural and societal expectations to undergo FGM. South Africa effectively criminalized FGM and continues to educate society on the complications and human rights implications of FGM.

Image credit: Sophie Goodman.

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MSU ILRSouth Africa, Sex Discrimination, Criminal, Women & Girls
Sex Discrimination and Harassment in South Africa: The Need For Legislative Reform
Sex Discrimination and Harassment in South Africa: The Need For Legislative Reform

By Abbie Carver.

South Africa enacted legislation prohibiting sexual harassment as a form of gender discrimination. Unfortunately, greater legislative reform is needed to continue to fight for gender equality in South Africa. Continue reading to learn about the current legislation in South Africa addressing the issue of gender discrimination.

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MSU ILRAbbie Carver, International Law, Sex Discrimination, Harassment, South Africa, Legislative Reform