Overview

This new textbook takes a thematic approach to the study of international human rights. The collection of material around concepts and frameworks, rather than specific rights, makes it the ideal companion for most courses in international human rights. International human rights are, now more than ever, at the forefront of global politics and encompass a broad and diverse range of subjects, issues and geographical jurisdictions. This book, covering a wide range of topics, including the fundamental key concepts, reforming human rights and human rights in conflict and emergency situations, aids learning by: separating cases and material from the main body of the text so that extracted material is immediately recognizable; contextualizing each extract with surrounding text that explains and elaborates on the relevant issues; and, encouraging students to analyse and debate the material they are reading through the use of questions. It is an ideal resource for students seeking to truly engage with and understand the key issues in the study of international human rights.

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Author:   Rhona Smith
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge Cavendish
Weight:   0.952kg
ISBN:  

9781859419380

ISBN 10:   1859419380
Pages:   640
Publication Date:   14 December 2006
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9780415491075
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock  

Table of Contents

Sources of International Human Rights; Key Concepts: Universality, Interdependence, Positive obligations and Categories of Rights; States and Treaty Obligations; The Organisational Structures and Key Institutions; Monitoring and Enforcing Human Rights : Extra-conventional mechanisms; Treaty Monitoring Bodies: Committees and Courts; National Institutions and International Human Rights; Extending the duties to protect and respect human rights (non-State actors); Reforming the human rights system; Protecting Children; Detainees, prisoners and Convictees; Indigenous Peoples and their Rights; The Protection of Refugees, Stateless Persons and Internally Displaced People; Protecting and Promoting the Rights of Women; Human Rights in Conflict and Emergency Situations (International humanitarian and criminal laws)

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