The United Nations Human Rights Treaty System: An Introduction to the Core Human Rights Treaties and the Treaty Bodies – Fact Sheet No. 30 provides an accessible overview of the structure, purpos…
Claiming the Millennium Development Goals: A Human Rights Approach explores the integration of human rights principles into the pursuit of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), emphasizing that …
The book Integrating a Gender Perspective into Human Rights Investigations: Guidance and Practice provides a comprehensive framework for incorporating gender analysis into all stages of human right…
The book Preventing Torture: The Role of National Preventive Mechanism explores the function and significance of National Preventive Mechanisms (NPMs) as mandated by the Optional Protocol to the Co…
The book Rule-of-Law Tools for Post-Conflict States: Monitoring Legal System provides a practical framework for assessing and strengthening legal systems in societies emerging from conflict. It out…
Rule-of-Law Tools for Post-Conflict States provides practical guidance on strengthening legal frameworks and institutions in societies emerging from conflict. The book outlines strategies to rebuil…
Good Governance Practices for the Protection of Human Rights explores the relationship between governance principles and the realization of human rights. The book highlights key practices such as t…
Seventeen Frequently Asked Questions about United Nations Special Rapporteurs: Fact Sheet No. 27 introduces the role and functions of Special Rapporteurs within the UN human rights system. It expla…
Minority Rights: Fact Sheet No. 18 (Rev. 1) outlines international standards protecting the rights of ethnic, religious, and linguistic minorities. It highlights key principles such as equality, no…
Combating Torture: Fact Sheet No. 4 (Rev. 1) provides a detailed overview of the international framework for the prevention and eradication of torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatme…
Human Rights and Poverty Reduction: A Conceptual Framework explores the intersection between human rights principles and strategies aimed at reducing poverty. The book develops a comprehensive fram…
This book provides a clear and accessible introduction to the United Nations human rights treaty system, focusing on the core international treaties and the monitoring bodies established to oversee…
The book “Human Rights Defenders: Protecting the Right to Defend Human Rights” explores the vital role of human rights defenders (HRDs) in promoting justice, equality, and fundamental freedoms.…