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| Specific
Instruments |
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Statute of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees |
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| Date of adoption:
14/12/1950 |
Entry into
force:
- |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Protocol Instituting a Conciliation and Good Offices Commission to be responsible for Seeking a Settlement of any Disputes which may arise between States Parties to the Convention against Discrimination in Education |
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| Date of adoption:
18/12/1962 |
Entry into
force:
24/10/1968 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Limburg Principles on the Implementation of the International Covenant
on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (The) |
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| Date of adoption:
6/6/1986 |
Entry into
force:
- |
| System of protection:
Other |
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Second Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, aiming at the abolition of the death penalty |
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| Date of adoption:
15/12/1989 |
Entry into
force:
11/7/1991 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
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| Date of adoption:
16/12/1966 |
Entry into
force:
23/3/1976 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women |
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| Date of adoption:
6/10/1999 |
Entry into
force:
22/12/2000 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Declaration on the Protection of Human Rights and the Principle of Non-Intervention in Internal Affairs of States |
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| Date of adoption:
13/9/1989 |
Entry into
force:
- |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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International Convention for the suppression of the finance of terrorism |
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| Date of adoption:
9/12/1999 |
Entry into
force:
10/1/2000 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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| General
Instruments |
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Charter of the United Nations |
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| Date of adoption:
26/6/1945 |
Entry into
force:
24/10/1945 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Proclamation of Teheran |
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| Date of adoption:
13/5/1968 |
Entry into
force:
- |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action |
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| Date of adoption:
25/6/1993 |
Entry into
force:
- |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) |
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| Date of adoption:
16/12/1966 |
Entry into
force:
23/3/1976 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) |
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| Date of adoption:
16/12/1966 |
Entry into
force:
3/1/1976 |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) |
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| Date of adoption:
10/12/1948 |
Entry into
force:
- |
| System of protection:
Universal |
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| Articles |
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Regionalism v. Universalism |
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Christoph SCHREUER |
| Latest update:
29/10/2002 |
First published:
1995 |
| Reference:
European Journal of International Law, 6 (3) 1995, pp. 477 - 499 |
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"Regionalist features have emerged both inside and outside the United Nations. Internal regionalization has occurred through the composition, structure and decision-making processes of the United Nations"(...) |
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| Websites |
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United Nations Human Rights Treaties (The) |
| Languages:
English |
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Bayefsky.com was designed for the purpose of enhancing the implementation of the human rights legal standards of the United Nations. The information provided herein encompasses a range of data concerning the application of the UN human rights treaty. |
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Marangopoulos Foundation for Human Rights |
| Languages:
English Greek |
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Research, study, defense, protection and promotion of the generally recognized fundamental human rights and freedoms - List of publications - Events - News on human rights - Reports -Jurisprudence - Legislation |
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Summer University on Human Rights |
| Languages:
English French Spanish |
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A very good introduction to the universal system of human rights protection: illustrated history, presentation of basic legal instruments and protection mechanisms. Tools for education: vocabulary, tests, bibliography. |
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The UN Human Rights Treaties |
| Languages:
English |
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Bayefsky.com was designed for the purpose of enhancing the implementation of the human rights legal standards of the UN. The information provided herein encompasses a range of data concerning the application of the UN human rights treaty system. |
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UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights |
| Languages:
English French Spanish |
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This official UNHCHR site is exceptional in that it presents all the activities and official documents of the UN organs responsible for human rights. The organization of documents both by organ and by issue facilitates research. |
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Human Rights Monitor : Human Rights News From Around the Globe |
| Languages:
English |
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The primary goal of this site is to compile news articles and commentaries that address issues of human rights from news sources throughout the world.
People and organizations (human rights actors) - Discussions - links to web sites. |
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Nations Unies - Droits de l'homme |
| Languages:
Arabic Chinese English French Russian Spanish |
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The UN's official human rights portal, this site itself carries little interest, but it is useful for its links to other human-rights-related UN sites, official texts, general information and research guide. |
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UNESCO- Education for All (EFA) |
| Languages:
English French |
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Website of the EFA movement - Much info about EFA and the Dakar Framework of Action - Assessments - Upcoming events - Reference materials. |
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| Reports |
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Report of the Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary, or arbitrary executions - Report of the Special Rapporteur |
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Asma Jahangir (Rapporteuse spéciale de la Commission des droits de l'homme de l'ONU / Special Rapporteur of the UN Commission on Human Rights) |
Date:
9/1/2002 |
| Reference:
Distr. GENERAL, E/CN.4/2002/74, 9 January 2002 |
| Source:
United Nations Commission on Human Rights |
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This report covers information received and communications sent by the Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions in the period from 11 December 2000 to 1 December 2001.
The Special Rapporteur's report describes action taken in regard to various forms of violations of the right to life. It also discusses the issue of capital punishment and makes reference to death penalty cases in which the Special Rapporteur has intervened. The Special Rapporteur also discusses the situation of a number of specific categories of victims, who are particularly vulnerable or have been directly targeted for extrajudicial execution.
Addendum 1 to the report contains the Special Rapporteur's report on her mission to Turkey from 19 February to 1 March 2001. The visit was mainly aimed at allowing the Special Rapporteur to investigate in situ allegations of violations of the right to life. |
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OHCHR : The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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OHCHR / HCDHNU |
Date:
2002 |
| Reference:
OHCHR brochure, 2002 |
| Source:
OHCHR |
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This booklet introduces the OHCHR and describes its role in the UN human rights programme, which works to promote and defend the human rights of everyone all over the world.
The High Commissioner's role is to keep that vision to the forefront. |
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Le système de protection des droits de l'homme des Nations Unies |
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Université d'été des droits de l'homme et Association Aidh |
Date:
2001 |
| Reference:
Université d'été des droits de l'homme et Association Aidh, Genève, 2001 |
| Source:
Université d'été des droits de l'homme et Association Aidh |
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A schematic and interactive brochure, represents the structure of the main UN organs, mechanisms of functioning, individual complaints procedure, interventions of NGOs, basic rights and freedoms. Legal instruments. |
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights |
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HCNUDH / OHCHR |
Date:
12/1997 |
| Reference:
Promotional Materials |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights: the history of drafting and adopting the Declaration - International mobilization in favour of the Declaration: Government commitment - Public awareness campaign - The United Nations - Challenges. |
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Manual on Human Rights Reporting |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
1997 |
| Reference:
Professional Training Series, Training Package on Human Rights Treaty Reporting (Rev.1) |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The main purpose of this manual is to serve as a practical tool for government officials in the preparation and submission of reports required under the United Nations' international human rights treaties. |
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Advisory Services and Technical Cooperation |
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Haut Commissariat des Nations Unis aux droits de l'homme |
Date:
8/1996 |
| Reference:
Fact Sheet No.3 (Rev.1) |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The human rights Fact Sheet Series is published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. |
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International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
7/1991 |
| Reference:
Fact Sheet No. 13 |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The human rights Fact Sheet Series is published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. |
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The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
7/1991 |
| Reference:
Fact Sheet No. 16 (Rev.1) |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The human rights Fact Sheet Series is published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. |
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Complaint Procedures |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
inconnue |
| Reference:
Fact Sheet No.7/Rev.1 |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The human rights Fact Sheet Series is published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. |
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The Committee against Torture |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
inconnue |
| Reference:
Fact Sheet No. 17 |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The human rights Fact Sheet Series is published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. |
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Seventeen Frequently Asked Questions about United Nations Special Rapporteurs |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
inconnue |
| Reference:
Fact Sheet No. 27 |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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The human rights Fact Sheet Series is published by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva. |
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Human Rights - A Basic Handbook for UN Staff |
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HCDH / OHCHR |
Date:
inconnue |
| Reference:
Professional Training Series - Training Package on Human Rights Treaty Reporting (Rev.1) |
| Source:
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights |
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This handbook has been developed to assist United Nations colleagues understand and appreciate the human rights system within the context of the UN. - An overview of human rights instruments and developments; the role of UN organs... |
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| Books |
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Droit international et européen des droits de l'homme |
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Frédéric SUDRE |
| Reference:
Paris, P.U.F., 2000 |
| Languages:
French |
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Good introductory book offering a comparative view of the different international regimes of protection of fundamental rights. |
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The Monopolization of International Criminal Law in the United Nations. A Jurisprudential Approach |
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Farhad MALEKIAN |
| Reference:
Stockholm, Almqvist & Wiksell International/Uppsala Universit, 1995 |
| Languages:
English |
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The author compiles an impressive number of cases which demonstrate that the Security Council actually adjudicates important cases of international criminal law. He laments the “legal and political defects in the Charter and practice” of the UN. |
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The Human Rights Committee |
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Dominic MCGOLDRICK |
| Reference:
Oxford, Clarendon Paperbacks, 1994 |
| Languages:
English |
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The HRC's role in the development of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. |
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Global Governance, Economy and Law |
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Ozay MEHMET - Errol MENDES |
| Reference:
New York - London, Routledge Studies in International Law, Routledge, 2003 |
| Languages:
English |
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Drawing on history, political science, law and economics, the authors examine institutions such as the UN, the WTO, the IMF, the World Bank and also the global private sector and reveal their inability to promote and protect human rights. |
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L'ONU contre les droits de l'homme |
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Jean-Claude BUHRER - Claude LEVENSON |
| Reference:
Paris, Mille et une nuits, 2003 |
| Languages:
French |
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Malfunctioning of the Human Rights Commission of the UN - The UN against Human Rights. |
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U.N. Covenant on Civil and Political Rights - CCPR Commentary |
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Manfred NOWAK |
| Reference:
Kehl - Stasbourg - Arlington, NP Engel Publisher, 1993 |
| Languages:
English |
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Commentary of the UN Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. |
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Code de droit international des droits de l'homme |
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Olivier DE SCHUTTER - Françoise TULKENS - Sébastien VAN DROOGHENBROECK |
| Reference:
Bruxelles, Bruylant, 2003 |
| Languages:
French |
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2nd edition (updated to May 1st, 2003) of this collection of the main international instruments (as well universal as regional) regarding the protection of fundamental human rights. |
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The U.N. Commission on Human Rights, its Sub-Commission, and Related Procedures: An Orientation Manual |
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David Weissbrodt & Penny Parker Ed. |
| Reference:
Minnesota, Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights, 1992 |
| Languages:
English |
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Manual designed for use by first-time partipants and observers at the proceedings of the Commission on Human Rights, its Sub-Commission, and related bodies. |
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Guide to International Human Rights Practice |
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Hurst Hannum Ed. |
| Reference:
Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania Press, 1992 |
| Languages:
English |
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H. Hannum and the contributors to this volume describe briefly the basic regimes and procedures of international human rights law: UN - Regional systems. |
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Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples: A Handbook on the UN System |
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International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs Ed. |
| Reference:
-, http://www.iwgia.org, International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs, 1999 |
| Languages:
English French Spanish |
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Indigenous Human Rights - International mechanisms - Possibilities and limitations of UN action. |
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Les Nations Unies et le droit international humanitaire / The United Nations and international humanitarian law, Actes du Colloque international à l'occasion du cinquantième anniversaire de l'ONU |
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L. Condorelli, A.-M. La Rosa, S. Scherrer Ed. |
| Reference:
Paris, Pedone, 1996 |
| Languages:
English French |
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A mix of bilingual (French and English) materials, consisting of formal diplomatic speeches by high-level public officials, 15 thought-provoking academic papers by eminent scholars and practitioners, debates among the participants etc. |
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Recueil juridique des droits de l'homme en Afrique (1996-2000) |
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Paul Tavernier Ed. - Paul TAVERNIER |
| Reference:
Bruxelles, CREDHO & human rights law in Africa Series, Bruylant, 2002 |
| Languages:
English French |
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I. United Nations and human rights in Africa : a report -- II. Regional protection : Organization of African Unity (a report), European Union, Francophonie -- III. National protection (per country) -- Treaties, rafications and a large bibliography |
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Preferred Futures for the United Nations |
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Saul Mendlovitz, Burns H. Weston Ed. |
| Reference:
New York, Transnational Publishers, 1995 |
| Languages:
English |
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As the sole intergovernmental institution with global jurisdiction authorized to address the entire human rights agenda, the UN has the potential, according to the authors, to be the institutional centrepiece of a system of humane global governance. |
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| Periodicals |
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Actualité et Droit International |
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| Reference:
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| Contact:
despretz@ridi.org |
http://www.ridi.org/adi/ |
| Languages:
French |
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E-journal of international news legal analysis.
Articles (archive from 1998, quick search), chronicles and cases, discussions, international news, announcements. Useful links. |
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Droits Fondamentaux |
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| Reference:
Paris, |
| Contact:
despretz@toile.org |
http://www.droits-fondamentaux.org/ |
| Languages:
French |
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First electronic journal in French on Fundamental Rights. |
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| Human Rights
Actors |
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Comité des droits économiques, sociaux et culturels (CESCR) |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/6/cescr.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Treaty body created in 1985 by the ECOSOC (not by the ICESCR itself). Convenes twice a year to monitor the implementation of the Covenant by States parties, assist them in fulfilling their obligations. Writes General Comments on Covenant rights. |
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Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) |
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http://www.un.org/documents/ecosoc.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Coordinates the economic, social, and related work of the UN. Promotes: (a) higher standards of living ; (b) solutions of international economic, social, health, and related problems; and (c) universal respect for, and observance of, human rights... |
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) |
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http://www.fao.org/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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Mandate: to raise levels of nutrition and standards of living, to improve agricultural productivity, and to better the condition of rural populations. Works against poverty and hunger by promoting agricultural development, improved nutrition, etc. |
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Human Rights Committee (HRC) |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/6/hrc.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Established to monitor the implementation of the ICCPR and its Protocols in the territory of States parties. |
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Human Rights Institute at Columbia Law School (HRI) |
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http://www.law.columbia.edu/hri/ |
Type:Research / Education |
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Supports legal education for the emerging human rights profession - Assists in "professionalizing" the human rights movement - Focus on transitional justice - Examines US constitutional rights and international rights, and how the two work together. |
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International Court of Justice (ICJ) |
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http://www.icj-cij.org/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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Principal judicial organ of the UN. Dual role: to settle in accordance with international law the legal disputes submitted to it by States, and to give advisory opinions on legal questions referred to it by duly authorised international organs. |
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International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) |
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http://www.ictr.org/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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Established for the prosecution of persons responsible for genocide and other serious violations of international humanitarian law committed in the territory of Rwanda between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994. UNSC resolution 955 of 8/11/1994. |
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International Labor Organization (ILO) |
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http://www.ilo.org/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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UN specialized agency which seeks the promotion of social justice and internationally recognized human and labour rights. Formulates international labour standards in the form of Conventions and Recommendations. |
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Preparatory Commission for the International Criminal Court (PrepComm) |
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http://www.un.org/law/icc/prepcomm/prepfra.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Established in accordance with resolution F adopted by the United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Establishment of an International Criminal Court on 17 July 1998. |
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Representative of the Secretary-General on internally displaced persons () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/midp.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Four main areas of work: the development of a normative framework; the development of an effective institutional framework at the international, regional and national levels; country missions; and on-going research into specific issues of concern. |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on contemporary forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mrad.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Mandate established in 1993... |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on freedom of religion or belief () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mrei.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on freedom of religion or belief |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on the human rights of migrants () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mmig.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Mandate established in 1999, by E/CN.4/RES/1999/44 of 26 April 1999. |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on the independence of judges and lawyers () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mijl.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Inquires into any substantial allegations and reports his or her conclusions thereon; identifies and records attacks on the independence of the judiciary, lawyers and court officials; studies important and topical questions of principle. |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mfro.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Mandate established in 1993... |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on the situation of human rights and fundamental freedoms of indigenous people () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mindp.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Gathers, requests, receives and exchanges information; formulates recommendations and proposals on appropriate measures and activities to prevent and remedy violations of the human rights of indigenous people; Works closely with other UN bodies. |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on use of mercenaries as a means of impeding the exercise of the right of peoples to self-determination () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mmer.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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mandate established in 1987... |
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Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on violence against women, its causes and consequences () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mwom.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Seeks and receives information on violence against women, its causes and its consequences; Recommends measures, ways and means, to eliminate violence against women and its causes; Works closely with other UN human rights bodies. |
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Special Rapporteur on the right to food () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mfood.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Seeks, receives and responds to information on all aspects of the realization of the right to food - Establishes cooperation with Governments, intergovernmental organisations and NGOs - Identifies emerging issues related to the right to food. |
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Special Representative of the Secretary-General on the situation of human rights defenders () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/7/b/mdef.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Mandated to report on the situation of human rights defenders in all parts of the world and on possible means to enhance their protection in full compliance with the Declaration. |
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UN Division for the Advancement of Women (DAW) |
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http://www.un.org/womenwatch/daw/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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The Division advocates the improvement of the status of women of the world and the achievement of their equality with men. It aims to ensure the participation of women as equal partners with men in all aspects of human endeavour... |
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UN Secretary General (UNSG) |
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http://www.un.org/News/ossg/sg/index.shtml |
Type:United Nations System |
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"Equal parts diplomat and advocate, civil servant and CEO, the Secretary-General is a symbol of United Nations ideals and a spokesman for the interests of the world's peoples, in particular the poor and vulnerable among them." |
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UN Sub-Commission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights () |
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http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/2/sc.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Main subsidiary body of the Commission on Human Rights. Undertakes studies, makes recommendations to the Commission concerning the prevention of discrimination, performs any other functions entrusted to it by the Council or the Commission. |
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UNGA Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian and Cultural) () |
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http://www.un.org/ga/56/third/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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The UN General Assembly allocates most questions to its six Main Committees. Like the others, the Third Committee considers questions and submits draft resolutions to the plenary Assembly. |
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United Nations Division for Sustainable Development (DSD) |
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http://www.un.org/esa/sustdev/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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Dedicated to improving the well being of present and future generations through the promotion of sustainable development - Provide leadership and expertise on the promotion of sustainable development... |
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United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) |
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http://www.unesco.org |
Type:United Nations System |
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The main objective of UNESCO is to contribute to peace and security in the world by promoting collaboration among nations through education, science, culture and communication in order to further universal respect for justice, the rule of law and HR. |
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United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (UNHCHR) |
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http://www.unhchr.ch |
Type:United Nations System |
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Assumes principal responsibility for the human rights activities of the UN, including the tasks of streamlining the human rights machinery throughout the United Nations system and supervising the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. |
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United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Office of the (UNHCR) |
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http://www.unhcr.ch/ |
Type:United Nations System |
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A humanitarian, non-political organization aiming to protect refugees and to help them restart their lives in a normal environment. Promotes international refugee agreements - Monitors government compliance with international refugee law. |
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United Nations Security Council (UNSC) |
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http://www.un.org/Docs/scinfo.htm |
Type:United Nations System |
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Has primary responsibility under the UN Charter for the maintenance of international peace and security. Issues cease-fire directives - Sends UN peace-keeping forces - Decides on enforcement measures, economic sanctions, collective military actions. |
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