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Social enterprises in India carve out new space for civil society
Is social entrepreneurship in India a way for civil society to break open closing spaces? Life continues to get more difficult for foreign-funded NGOs in India. On June 20th this year, the Indian government issued a notification laying down procedures for “public servants” to disclose their income and assets under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act of 2013, an anti-corruption law.
State-owned enterprises in China could be an entry point for human rights
To make headway on human rights in China, advocates need to get creative by partnering with state-owned enterprises. According to a 2007 survey by John Ruggie on Chinese companies’ human rights policies, state-owned enterprises (SOEs) “recognize human rights at a higher rate than non-SOEs.” SOEs also control a significant portion of China’s economy and could, therefore, play a crucial role in advancing the agenda of business and human rights in the country.
How to pay for legal empowerment: alternative structures and sources
Taking a hybrid approach to legal funding recognizes that different issues require different types of funding. Legal empowerment organisations help people use the law themselves to solve their most pressing justice problems. These problems don’t necessarily capture headlines—for example, obtaining an ID or getting advice on entitlements when leaving a marriage.
How to pay for legal empowerment: alternative structures and sources
Legal empowerment organisations help people use the law themselves to solve their most pressing justice problems. These problems don’t necessarily capture headlines—for example, obtaining an ID or getting advice on entitlements when leaving a marriage. In many countries, services to help poorer segments of society with such legal problems are typically provided by NGOs, often financed by international donors, with occasional pro bono contributions by lawyers.
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