Current Issues in Human Rights (ILO-L211)

Spring 2025 · ILO L211 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

This seminar addresses in greater depth various topics of current interest in international human rights law. It will focus on the application of human rights law to current events happening around the globe. While there is no prerequisite, knowledge of international human rights law and procedures would be helpful. An introduction to human rights law will be provided at the beginning of the course, and supplemental materials will be provided for those without a background in human rights law. The scope of the course will evolve in response to world events. At a minimum, the issues covered will include the role of non-state actors; the prevention of discrimination & hate speech; business & human rights; human trafficking; climate change; and the relationship between human rights law and the law of armed conflict.

Course codes: ILO-L211

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