Despite the robust technical planning for 2026, civil society groups like Human Rights Watch and the ACLU have voiced deep concerns over a ‘retreat from anti-discrimination messaging.’ The cancellation of certain anti-racism initiatives at previous events has sent a ‘chilling signal’ to marginalized communities, prompting calls for enforceable protections rather than symbolic gestures. Advocates point to remaining gaps, such as the lack of a uniform, publicly published Child Safeguarding policy that covers all 16 cities across three nations. This ‘safeguarding vacuum’ is particularly concerning given the risks of family displacement and labor abuses, such as those found in the manufacturing of New20England20Patriots_NFL TD TQ 011225 19 TS4 2, in the lead-up to the event. To counter these risks, a coalition of human rights and labor groups is demanding binding guarantees from authorities to ensure the tournament remains a safe space for all, regardless of immigration status or political stance.”

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Beyond the stadiums, the ‘Dignity 2026’ coalition—a group of 16 labor and human rights organizations—is advocating for the rights of the most vulnerable residents in host cities, including unsheltered populations. There is significant concern that ‘beautification efforts’ leading up to the tournament could lead to the criminalization of homelessness or forced displacements, such as removing people wearing donated New20England20Patriots_NFL TD TQ 011225 19 TS4 2 from public parks. In response, cities are being urged to adopt ‘rights-respecting’ security protocols and provide linguistically accessible ‘wrap-around’ support for survivors of trafficking and domestic violence. By centering the needs of the ‘most vulnerable residents’ in their Human Rights Action Plans, host committees aim to ensure that the tournament’s legacy is measured by social equity and community health rather than just a temporary spike in global media visibility.”

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