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Trafficking in Human Beings in South Eastern Europe
Jointly commissioned by the ODIHR, UNICEF, and the UNHCHR, this report updates the previous reports of 2002 and 2003 by addressing the issue of prevention of trafficking in human beings.
The Border Guard of the Republic of Poland: A Contemporary European Border Service
This book, available in the Russian language only, provides a compilation of experience of the reform of the Border Guard in Poland over the last decade. During this time the Republic of Poland has experienced a series of profound political and economic changes, including the democratization of all spheres of government and public life.
The Death Penalty in the OSCE Area: Background Paper 2004
This paper provides an overview of international standards on the death penalty, as well as usage of capital punishment in the OSCE area. It covers the period from 30 June 2003 to 30 June 2004.
Guidelines for Review of Legislation Pertaining to Religion or Belief
These guidelines were prepared by ODIHR's Advisory Panel of Experts on Freedom of Religion or Belief in consultation with the Council of Europe's Venice Commission to assist them in their analyses of laws and draft legislation pertaining to the freedom of religion or belief. They are intended to provide an overview and suggestions for those involved in the review of such laws.
Handbook for Monitoring Women's Participation in Elections
The guidance provided in this handbook is intended to ensure that as each Election Observation Mission draws conclusions on the extent to which an election process meets OSCE commitments and reflects universal principles, it takes fully into account how the election process affects both women and men.
2003 was a year of new opportunities for the OSCE's Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), as change came in the form of new mandates in the field of Roma and Sinti and anti-trafficking and through the creation of a new Human Rights Section.