Tag: social justice
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Pope Leo XIV Christmas Mass Calls for Helping the Poor, Tying Charity to Faith
In a Humble Dawn: Pope Leo XIV Opens His Pontificate with a Message of Charity In an unprecedentedly intimate tone, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Christmas Mass in St. Peter’s Square, addressing a sea of faithful gathered for the solemn vigil. The pontiff stepped onto the raised platform with a soft smile and a…
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Pope Leo XIV’s Christmas Mass Stresses Charity: Denying Help to the Poor Is Denying God
Pope Leo XIV marked the dawn of his pontificate with a Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Square that blended solemn liturgy with an unusually informal, direct appeal to thousands gathered under the Italian sky. In a service many had anticipated for its ceremonial gravity, the pope’s reflections moved quickly from ritual to a pointed…
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Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare at Imoudu Memorial
President Tinubu Reaffirms Labour Commitments at Pa Michael Imoudu’s 20th Memorial President Bola Ahmed Tinubu used the 20th posthumous anniversary of one of Nigeria’s foremost labour icons, Pa Michael Imoudu, to reiterate the administration’s pledge to workers’ welfare, social justice, and sustained dialogue with organized labour. In a ceremony that drew union leaders, government officials,…
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Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare at Imoudu’s 20th Memorial
President Tinubu Addresses the Imoudu Memorial, Reasserting Labour Commitments President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to workers’ welfare, social justice, and constructive engagement with organized labour during the 20th posthumous memorial of Pa Michael Imoudu, a towering figure in Nigeria’s labour movement. The event, held in a spirit of remembrance and reform, highlighted…
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Punk bands still use music to incite change: Pinkshift and Earthkeeper leading a new wave
Punk as a Call to Action: The ongoing role of activism in modern punk For decades, punk rock has refused to stay quiet in the face of social and political injustice. From the early DIY scenes to today’s streaming era, bands have used aggressive riffs, catchy hooks, and uncompromising lyrics to spotlight inequality and mobilize…
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International Migrants Day 2025: Rights, Social Justice and Democracy for All Workers
Introduction: A Day to Rally for Rights and Dignity As the world marks International Migrants Day 2025, the call is clear: every migrant worker deserves dignity, protection, and a voice in the democratic processes that shape migration policies. The occasion invites governments, employers, civil society, and migrant communities to reflect on progress toward the Global…
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International Migrants Day 2025: Rights, social justice and democracy for all workers
International Migrants Day 2025: A window to advance rights for all workers As the international community marks International Migrants Day 2025, the urgency is clear: rights, social justice, and democracy must extend to every worker, regardless of origin. With the second International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) planned for May 2026, governments face a pivotal moment…
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Ivana Bacik Signals Green Step-Change for Irish Labour
Introduction: A Speech that Reframed Labour’s Identity In a keynote address at the Labour Party’s annual conference, Ivana Bacik signaled a notable shift for the party in Ireland. Rather than focusing solely on traditional red-line economic battles, she embraced the color of the future—the green flag. The moment was not merely ceremonial; it framed Labour’s…
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Sonia Gandhi’s Letter and Haryana IPS Suicide: A Grim Reminder of Bias in Power
Context: A Senior Officer’s Tragic End and Its Fallout The death of senior Haryana IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar by suicide has sparked a national conversation on pressure, harassment within the civil services, and how power structures influence investigations and accountability. Kumar, an additional director general of police (ADGP), reportedly left a suicide note naming…
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Sonia Gandhi advocates for social justice after Haryana IPS officer’s death
Context: A tragic death sparks outcry over power, bias, and social justice The death of senior Haryana IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar has triggered a nationwide discourse on harassment within the corridors of power and the persistence of bias against social justice advocates in high offices. Kumar, an additional director general of police (ADGP), died…