A citizen is a person who, by place of birth, the nationality of one or both parents, or naturalization, has full rights and responsibilities as a member of a nation or political community. Citizenship can also refer to the adherence … Continued
Human rights safeguard autonomy and freedom, along with the material conditions for a life of dignity – access to food, work, healthcare and other basic needs. They prevent oppressive and discriminatory behaviour by governments, and drive progress towards fairer, thriving … Continued
Immigrants are a vital part of the United States economy and contribute to the quality of life for all Americans. They are a large segment of the workforce in many industries and provide valuable skills, such as computer programming, nursing, … Continued
Deportation is the process of removing someone from the United States. People can be removed for a variety of reasons, including criminal activity, overstaying their visa or being found to be in the country without proper authorization. People can also … Continued
A civilian is someone who is not an active member of the military, police or a belligerent group. Civilians are protected under the Geneva Conventions and Protocols to them. Civilians can also be those who work for the government, in … Continued
Citizenship is a social status that gives individuals rights and responsibilities within a community. Depending on how citizenship is defined, it can mean a person is required to pay taxes, vote in elections, and obey the law. It can also … Continued
Human rights are a set of principles and standards that protect people from abuse by governments and other powerful groups. These include the right to freedom, equality and dignity. Almost every culture in the world recognises these fundamental principles. It … Continued
The term immigrants describes people who move to a country other than their own and settle as permanent residents or naturalized citizens. The term also applies to people who travel to a foreign country to work, attend school, or take … Continued
Deportation is the expulsion of an immigrant or other foreign national by a country. This can occur if the foreign national is found to have committed a crime or otherwise violated the terms of his or her visa or entry. … Continued
People who are not members of the military, police or other belligerent group are called civilians. Often they live in the territories of a party to an armed conflict and are entitled to certain protections under international humanitarian law. Civilian … Continued
A citizen is an individual whose rights are protected by the law and whose responsibilities to society are upheld. A citizen’s responsibilities may be a commitment to participate in politics, to pay taxes or even to defend the community from … Continued
The human rights movement has developed since World War II, especially after the United Nations was founded and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted in 1948. It was the first attempt to set out at a global level … Continued
Immigrants, people who have moved to a country other than their own, are an important part of American life. They are a source of energy and innovation, and a vital component of our nation’s economy. In addition, they provide a … Continued
Deportation is the legal removal of a foreigner from a country due to violation of immigration laws. In the United States, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) handles the deportation process. People can be subject to deportation if they are found … Continued
A civilian is a person who does not belong to the military or serve in any armed force. Civilians do not work for the government but can be employed by a company or organization. Civilians have many advantages including good … Continued
Citizenship is a legal status granted to a person by a state who, in turn, shares in the responsibilities and rights of the political community of the nation to which they belong. It is often a key concept in the … Continued
The human rights movement is concerned with the dignity and autonomy of all people. It is based on the assumption that every individual, irrespective of his or her status in society, has the right to life and to liberty. It … Continued
Every day, people throughout the world make one of the most difficult decisions — to leave their homes in search of a better life. They flee from violence, war and hunger, or face discrimination based on their sexual orientation, race … Continued
When a non-citizen is deported from the United States, it changes their lives. It takes them away from family members and a home they may have built up here for years. It may also make it difficult for them to … Continued
A civilian is a person who is not a member of the military, police, or any other belligerent organization. Civilians are a key part of the workforce, and statisticians use their employment data to measure a variety of economic data. … Continued
A citizen is a person who is a member of a nation or state. They are legally entitled to take part in that country’s political institutions, and have a right to expect protection from the law. Citizenship is also a … Continued
The universal Declaration of Human Rights is the foundation of international legal standards that countries have agreed to follow and promote. It is an important guiding document for the work of a range of organisations – from individual volunteers, to … Continued