Key Findings Saudi Arabia has made notable progress in establishing a legal framework for the rights of persons with disabilities, driven by a combination of domestic legislation and international commitments. Key milestones include the 1987 Legislation of Disability, the 2000 Disability Code, and the 2023 Saudi Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (SLRPD).[…]
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Saudi Arabia, governed as an absolute monarchy under a strict interpretation of Sunni Islam, has long faced scrutiny for its religious freedom policies, particularly regarding the treatment of Shia Muslims and other religious minorities. As the birthplace of Islam, the kingdom enforces a legal and social framework that prioritizes Sunni Islam, specifically its Wahhabi doctrine.[…]
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Context of migration in Saudi Arabia The context of migration in Saudi Arabia is shaped by a complex mix of economic needs, labor dynamics, social policies, and geopolitical factors. Saudi Arabia is one of the largest destinations for migrant workers in the Middle East, with 39 percent of international migrants comprising the total population. Its[…]
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ATTN: King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, ATTN: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman الشمالي الفرعي، 7482 الطريق الدائري، 7482، 2277 Northern Ring Branch Rd, An Nakhil, Riyadh 12385, Riyadh 11515, Saudi Arabia December 5, 2024 Your Majesty and your Royal Highness, We write to draw your attention to the grave human rights situation in[…]
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Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in Bahrain along with the European Center for Democracy and Human Rights, is launching the “Unmuting Saudi Voices: A Call for Civic Freedom” campaign to expose the ongoing repression of civic space in Saudi Arabia and hold the Saudi state accountable for silencing its citizens and violating their rights.[…]
