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Originally Published 7 months ago — by BBC
Dame Louise Casey advocates for a 'national reset' on grooming gangs, urging swift government action and a comprehensive inquiry into child sexual exploitation, emphasizing transparency, data collection, and accountability, amidst political debates and calls for a unified approach.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BBC
The report highlights significant issues in data collection and reporting on grooming gangs, emphasizing the disproportionate involvement of Asian men in some areas, and calls for a national inquiry, legal reforms to see children as children, and tighter regulation of taxi licensing to prevent exploitation. The government plans to improve data collection and pursue targeted investigations to address these concerns.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
The US Census will introduce a Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) category in its 2030 survey, marking a significant change for communities previously categorized as "white". Advocates view this as a transformative step that will impact federal funding, congressional districts, and anti-discrimination laws. The update aims to ensure high-quality data on race and ethnicity, but concerns remain about refining subcategories to accurately represent the diverse population. The move is seen as crucial for addressing the needs of diverse communities and avoiding undercounts that can harm people's lives.