Kazakstan: Kids Flee Abusive Care Homes
High incidence of “escapes” from children’s homes indicates serious problems.
Mixed Fortunes of Yazidis in New Iraq
They’ve better opportunities than they did under Saddam, but have become the target of insurgents.
Tajik Teachers Vote With Their Feet
Tajikistan is desperately short of teachers, in many cases because newly-qualified staff do not want to take jobs in the countryside.
Kyrgyz Dogs Need Sharp Teeth as Well as Breeding
Whether aristocrat or mongrel, the main function of dogs in Kyrgyzstan is to guard their owners and their property.<br />
Another Depressing Year for Central Asian Media
Familiar patterns of harassment and obstruction, with new focus on curtailing internet.
Caucasus: Nov-Dec ‘08
Georgian authorities to collaborate with IWPR on provision of religious tolerance training for journalists.
International Justice/ICTY: Nov-Dec ‘08
In-depth reports on key war crimes justice issues prompt discussion amongst analysts.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.