africa/global: CALL FOR UNIVERSAL RATIFICATION OF THE UN CONVENTION ON THE PROTECTION OF THE RIGHTS OF ALL MIGRANT WORKERS

That the human rights of migrants are not a priority for most governments is nothing new. Abuse and discrimination are experienced by migrants themselves on a daily basis around the world. The entry into force of the UN Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families scheduled on July 1, 2003 won't change this situation overnight. But it is an additional tool in the hands of non-governmental organisations, one that is needed for our fight for more justice and respect. You can join a call for universal ratification of the UN Migrants Rights Convention by clicking on the URL provided.