Human Rights Rift in Brazil Reaches the UN
The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Brazil has contested the Public Defender's Office's (DPU) bid to be recognized as the primary national human rights institution by addressing a letter to the UN.
Public Defender's Office evaluates increase in housing assistance amid debate on additional benefits
The Public Defender's Office of Brazil is considering an adjustment to its housing assistance for members of the organization amidst discussions about eliminating additional public sector benefits.
DPU summons 257 students who did not request compensation in Braskem case; see
The Brazilian government agency DPU has summoned students eligible for compensation related to the Braskem case who have not yet filed their requests.