The course will examine a range of issues relating to human rights including definitions, legal sources, the application of human rights law in practice and possible reforms to current provision.. At the end of the course participants should be able to: 1. define what is meant by the term ‘human rights’ 2. identify the domestic and international sources of human rights law 3. accurately apply basic principles of human rights to given situations, including the processes, procedures and remedies that may be applicable 4. analyse existing human rights coverage and suggest possible additions and/or reforms that might promote and support human rights protection in practice. Each of the 4 course sessions will use practical examples to illustrate the nature, extent and challenges implicit in and posed by the concept of human rights.
Course aim
The purpose of the course is to introduce participants to the concept of human rights in both international and domestic contexts. The course will be delivered by a blend of meetings and exchanges and material available online..
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- This course is for beginners and improvers
- No particular skills or knowledge are required - just an interest in this important and socially relevant subject. Active participation in terms of engagement and discussion is expected of all participants.
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- 1. define what is meant by the term ‘human rights’
- 2. identify the domestic and international sources of human rights law
- 3. accurately apply basic principles of human rights to given situations, including the processes, procedures and remedies that may be applicable
- 4. analyse existing human rights coverage and suggest possible additions and/or reforms that might promote and support human rights protection in practice.
What else do I need to know?
All materials will be provided in the face to face sessions and/or through the WEA Canvas platform.
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