A global perspective on human rights violations: Illegal detention, statelessness, and family separation

Abstract

Infringements of human rights inhibit essential liberties and sustain systemic injustice. At the pinnacle of the human rights violations pyramid sit unlawful detention, statelessness, and family separation, each inflicting severe harm and distress. Illegal detention, recurrently adopted as a method of oppression, denies individuals their freedom without a fair trial, breaching fundamental principles of justice. Statelessness sets the stage for millions to become legally unrecognized, precluding them from gaining citizenship, rights, and vital services and exposing them to exploitation. Family separation, be it due to conflict, restrictive immigration policies, or discrimination, disrupts lives and diminishes human dignity, causing enduring psychological damage. Despite protections under the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), and associated treaties, these violations continue due to weak enforcement, political opposition, and discriminatory regulations. This study examines the legal, political, and humanitarian aspects of these abuses, tracing their roots and legal repercussions while calling for enhanced accountability, legislative changes, and justice to effectively safeguard vulnerable populations globally.