GAZA — On
Tuesday, the world observed World Day of Social Justice, shedding light on the
ongoing challenges faced by residents inGaza in accessing fundamental human
rights. Despite global acknowledgment of justice's importance, many in Gaza,
where approximately 30,000 individuals have been killed in the past 139 days,
emphasize that meaningful change has yet to be realized, as reported by
Al-Mamlaka TV.
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On this
occasion, designated by the UN General Assembly for global celebration on
February 20, concerned individuals emphasized the day's significance in
reminding the world of the inseparable link between social justice, peace, and
security. They stressed that achieving social justice requires promoting
respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, highlighting the need for
concerted efforts to address these interconnected issues.
Human
Rights Expert, Dr. Nahla Al-Momani stated that justice is the essence of human
rights, adding that it is the goal that all countries seek to achieve by
establishing various rights and freedoms. She pointed out that the importance
of social justice lies in being the necessary tool to reduce the gap between
individuals within the same society, regardless of their levels, while also
reducing global disparities in various fields.
Momani
explained that the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural
Rights (ICESCR) constitutes the major umbrella for human rights in these areas,
ensuring justice among individuals. She noted that the International Labour
Organization's (ILO) Declaration on Social Justice is an important
international document in setting principles to ensure justice in work.
Moreover,
she highlighted the Sustainable Development Goals 2030 (SDG) as among the most
prominent international frameworks, aiming to eliminate poverty, provide good
health, welfare, education, water, decent work, industry, innovation, and
reduce various inequalities, ultimately establishing peaceful societies where
no one is marginalized.
However,
she noted, "this day comes this year in light of grave violations of
justice in all its forms, in light of what the Gaza Strip witnesses of
aggression that is primarily based on destroying the elements of life and
causing disruption and a gap in the Sustainable Development Goals that would
achieve the frameworks of social justice, actions that the occupying entity
intentionally adopts as part of a series of war crimes it continues to commit.”
The
Executive Director of ‘Tamkeen’ for Legal Aid and Human Rights, Linda Kalash
emphasized, "In
Gaza, there is no justice and peace," noting the extent of destruction and
the weakened ability to access resources due to the complete blockade. She
added that economic recovery in the Gaza Strip is unlikely in the foreseeable
future after the end of the aggression, leading to the absence of social
justice and deprivation of many rights, including work, health, education, and
decent living.
An
Assistant Professor at the Department of Sociology at Mutah University, Dr.
Zaid Mahmoud Al-Shamayleh highlighted that divine religions have urged the
necessity of dedicating social justice due to its importance in enhancing
individual rights, achieving balance in wealth distribution, improving the
standard of living, ensuring equal opportunities, promoting citizenship and
belonging, and creating harmony between individual and collective interests.
However,
he lamented that the principles of social justice in all constitutions and laws
worldwide are powerless in the face of the attacks carried out by Israel
against the people of Gaza. "As if what is happening in Gaza is not
related to humanity and to children, women, and the elderly, and all the legal
frameworks in this regard are mere ink on paper in the archives of responsible
countries for global justice."
When
discussing justice, attention should be drawn to the significant humanitarian
crisis unfolding in Gaza, where residents have endured immense suffering due to
Israel’s actions. Basic necessities of life have been denied, and access to
livelihoods has been severely restricted. The enforcement of international law
has faltered, leaving vulnerable groups, including children, women, and the
elderly, exposed to ongoing violence. In Gaza, the concept of justice appears
distant, highlighting a critical need for intervention and resolution.
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