racism

‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

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‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

Millennials are the most populous age group in Cyprus, with over a quarter of a million individuals. Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are entering the workforce and facing challenges such as financial anxiety, minimal salaries, and limited opportunities. They are characterized as practical hedonists who prioritize meaningful experiences over economic security. Generation Z is competing with three other generations for limited jobs, wealth, housing, and opportunities, making the future uncertain for under-30s in Cyprus.

Ombudswoman, ’s investigation on Bangladeshi man’s death ‘on hold’

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Ombudswoman, ’s investigation on Bangladeshi man’s death ‘on hold’

Anisur Rahman, a 24-year-old Bangladeshi national, died on April 10 after jumping off a fifth-floor balcony during a police raid on the Limassol apartment he was living in with 10 other individuals. The ombudswoman’s independent investigation into his death has been put on hold as the police file was denied to her and is being investigated by an independent authority following a complaint by Kisa NGO. The other individuals found living in Cyprus illegally are detained for possible witness testimony. The landlord of the apartment where Rahman lived has not been found at fault and other tenants continue to live there. Rahman’s death sparked protests in Limassol and Nicosia against racism faced by third-country nationals in Cyprus.

UK, ’s first black woman MP barred from running for Labour

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UK, ’s first black woman MP barred from running for Labour

Diane Abbott, Britain’s first black woman lawmaker, was barred from running as a Labour candidate in the July 4 election after being suspended for comments about Jews and racism.

UK’s first black woman lawmaker barred from running for Labour

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UK’s first black woman lawmaker barred from running for Labour

Diane Abbott, Britain’s first Black woman lawmaker, has been barred from running as a Labour candidate in the upcoming general election. She was suspended over a year ago for comments she made about Jews and racism, but has since had the whip restored by the party. Abbott apologized for her remarks but remains banned from standing as a candidate.

Our View: Parties, ’ obsession with Elam has not yielded results

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Our View: Parties, ’ obsession with Elam has not yielded results

Elam, an extreme right nationalist party in Cyprus, has become a central focus in the election campaign for the European Parliament. Opinion polls suggest that Elam could finish third in the elections, leading other parties to turn against it due to its links with Greece’s neo-fascist Golden Dawn party. Migration has emerged as a major political issue in the campaign, with Elam being known for its xenophobic rhetoric and anti-migrant stance. Other parties, such as Diko and Edek, have directed attacks at Elam in an attempt to prevent losing votes to the far-right party. Despite efforts from various parties to discredit Elam, they have inadvertently given the party free publicity.

AHDR debuts , ‘Look for the Story’ anti-racism campaign

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AHDR debuts , ‘Look for the Story’ anti-racism campaign

The Association for Historical Dialogue and Research (AHDR) has launched the ‘Look for the Story’ Anti-Racism Campaign to challenge stereotypes, foster empathy, and promote social cohesion in Cyprus. The campaign aims to address five different forms of racism prevalent in society and spark meaningful dialogue and action.

AHDR launches ‘Look for the Story’ anti-racism campaign

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AHDR launches ‘Look for the Story’ anti-racism campaign

The ‘Look for the Story’ Anti-Racism Campaign, implemented by the Association for Historical Dialogue and Research, aims to challenge stereotypes, foster empathy, and promote social cohesion in Cyprus by highlighting underrepresented stories. The campaign seeks to ignite conversations on diverse perspectives and inclusivity, and it aims to dismantle prejudices through engaging narratives.

Navigating the thin line: Racism and discrimination in Cyprus

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Navigating the thin line: Racism and discrimination in Cyprus

Fact: Discrimination and racism are issues that foreigners face in Cyprus, with instances of mistreatment based on nationality, ethnicity, or skin color. It is important to differentiate between acts of racism, which involve a belief in the superiority of one race over others, and acts of discrimination, which can manifest in unequal treatment or prejudice without necessarily being rooted in racial superiority.

Prisoners , ‘scared for their safety’ anti-torture report finds

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Prisoners , ‘scared for their safety’ anti-torture report finds

The Nicosia central prisons in Cyprus are overcrowded, with some accommodation blocks operating at more than 300 percent of their design capacity. Prisoners are forced to sleep on mattresses on the floor and urinate in bottles due to lack of access to toilets at night. The report also highlighted instances of violence against prisoners, including staff slapping prisoners and using wooden sticks to intimidate them. Additionally, there were concerns raised about racist behavior, inter-prisoner violence, and the development of informal prisoner hierarchies within the prison.

Limassol mosque vandalism being “exploited to create tensions,” says T/C official

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Limassol mosque vandalism being “exploited to create tensions,” says T/C official

Ayhan Mehmet, the representative of Turkish Cypriots in Limassol, clarified that recent vandalism at the Jedit Mosque was not religiously motivated but rather sports-related slogans. The graffiti also affected a nearby Turkish Cypriot cemetery, and Mehmet emphasized that the issue should not be politicized or exploited to create tensions. He refuted accusations of racism and xenophobia against the Greek Cypriot community, stating that similar slogans were found in other establishments in the area.