As the world eagerly awaits the 2024 Paris Olympics, activists are calling on the event’s organizers to ensure the rights of migrants and homeless people are respected. With the influx of people expected to arrive in the city for the games, activists are concerned that these vulnerable populations may be further marginalized and their rights violated.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has a long history of upholding human rights, and activists hope that the Paris Olympics will be no exception. The IOC has already taken steps to ensure that the event is accessible to people of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Now, activists are calling on the IOC to extend this commitment to migrants and homeless people.
Activists argue that the Paris Olympics should be a celebration of human rights, not a platform for further marginalization. They are calling for organizers to take steps to ensure that migrants and homeless people are not excluded from the festivities. This could include providing access to affordable housing, ensuring access to public transportation, and providing access to medical care and other basic services.
In addition, activists are calling on the IOC to ensure that migrants and homeless people are not targeted by law enforcement or other authorities during the games. They argue that these populations should be treated with respect and dignity, just like any other attendee.
The Paris Olympics is an opportunity for the IOC to demonstrate its commitment to human rights. Activists are calling on organizers to ensure that migrants and homeless people are not excluded from the festivities, and that their rights are respected throughout the event. By doing so, the IOC can help create a more inclusive and equitable event for all attendees.
