Week 4 - International Human Rights Framework

• UN Human Rights System: The United Nations (UN) plays a central role in setting international human rights standards through instruments like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), ICCPR, and ICESCR.

• Treaty Bodies: These monitor how countries implement human rights treaties, e.g., the Human Rights Committee.

• Universal Periodic Review (UPR): A unique process where all UN member states’ human rights records are reviewed.

• Special Procedures: UN-appointed experts investigate and report on specific issues or countries.

• Human Rights Council: An intergovernmental body that promotes and protects human rights globally.