News: February 2010 archives
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India Proposes Legislative Changes to Recognise Acid Attacks
After posting the last two blogs noting Cambodia and Pakistan – this is a an article I found that really nailed it. Why we need a special penal code for acid violence.
Posted on 28/02/10 in Blog • Read full article
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Acid Attacks to be Criminalised in Cambodia
Cambodian authorities are looking to pass a law imminently to make acid attacks a crime. This independent law will mean this crime will have specific sentencing rather than go under the guise of attempted murder. To have a separate law for acid violence sends out a clear message to perpetrators and their potential victims that justice will be done.
Posted on 27/02/10 in Blog • Read full article
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Bulgarian Prime Minister seeks Life Sentence for Acid Attacks
This article raises alarming prospect- it is wrong to assume that acid violence is region or ethno-specific. It is a global problem and this is something that ASTI campaigns daily to raise awareness about Read on..
Posted on 25/02/10 in Blog • Read full article
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APPEAL FOR 2010 10K RUN
Yes its here the 2010 10K run in London. We are telling you now so you can build on your fitness!. All you budding Olympians or if you know any, please come forward for our 10K run. Remember it is all about survivors and we need your support- Enrol today contact Alison on (0)207 821 1567 or email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Posted on 25/02/10 in ASTI news • Read full article
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Acid Crime Prevention Bill - Pakistan
Pakistan is in the process of passing an Act which is long overdue and which has the potential to limit the number of acid attacks in Pakistan by regulating the sale of acid and ensuring that attackers are punished for their crimes.
Posted on 23/02/10 in Blog • Read full article
