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Forced labor in Uzbekistan
Cotton Campaign Urges Uzbekistan to Investigate Harassment of Activists
By Catherine Putz
In April, noted Uzbek human rights activist Umida Niyazova and a journalist were harassed by two men as they planned to tour Fergana and speak to farmers.
The Boycott of Uzbek Cotton Is Over
By Catherine Putz
After a dozen years, the Cotton Campaign has finally announced the end of its pledge, signed by 331 brands and retailers, to boycott Uzbek cotton on account of forced labor.
Kristian Lasslett on Uzbekistan’s Cotton Clusters Conundrum
By Catherine Putz
Privatization of the cotton sector “is in itself no silver bullet solution” for the problems of corruption and forced labor.
A New Chapter in Uzbekistan’s Cotton Sector?
By Umida Niyazova
Despite progress in combating forced labor, Uzbekistan has yet to meaningfully engage in the civil society focused reforms necessary.
Umida Niyazova on Forced Labor in Uzbekistan
By Catherine Putz
Despite progress, forced labor remains a reality in Uzbekistan.
What’s the Verdict on Forced Labor in Uzbekistan’s Cotton Harvest?
By Catherine Putz
The risks of forced labor are real, but people tend to keep silent.
Forced Labor Persists in Uzbek Cotton Harvest
By Catherine Putz
Tashkent continues to coerce citizens into picking cotton, and harass human rights activists making not of it.
It’s 2010 in Central Asia, Again
By Catherine Putz
The Internet, cotton, bus stops and a flash from the past feature in this week’s recommended reads.
Has Uzbekistan Made Progress in Ending Forced Labor?
By Catherine Putz
The U.S. upgraded the country in its annual human trafficking report, saying it is making “significant efforts.”
Uzbekistan’s Bravest Woman Beaten by Police
By Catherine Putz
Elena Urlaeva was taking pictures of people forced to labor in Uzbekistan’s cotton fields.
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