Only Systemic Changes Will Address Systemic Racism Within Police Forces

Human Rights Watch supports the renewal of the EMLER’s mandate in the fight against systemic racism in law enforcement. The experts’ visits have empowered affected communities and highlighted the need for systemic changes to address police brutality against People of African descent. Governments, including Brazil’s, must address racial inequalities, provide accountability and redress, and collect data on race and ethnicity in policing. France also faces discriminatory police harassment. Governments should welcome EMLER visits as opportunities to address deep-rooted issues.