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Police undertake efforts to combat discrimination and promote human rights in Cyprus

Police undertake efforts to combat discrimination and promote human rights in Cyprus

In Cyprus, the police have worked to combat discrimination, and to raise awareness of diversity and multiculturalism, by instituting new training curricula and entering key partnerships.

In accordance with a 2013 policy, training for police has been revised to introduce specialized courses on legislation and policies that relate to combating racist violence, xenophobia, and discrimination. A Memorandum of Understanding for the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights was also signed between the police and non-governmental organizations, to further improve and develop closer cooperation in protecting and promoting human rights.

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Research Publication
16.B Promote and Enforce Non-Discriminatory Laws and Policies
16.3 Promote the Rule of Law and Ensure Equal Access to Justice