International human rights law lays down obligations which States are bound to respect. By becoming parties to international treaties, States assume obligations and duties under …

International human rights law (IHRL) is the body of international law designed to promote human rights on social, regional, and domestic levels. As a form of international law, international …

International human rights law lays down the obligations of Governments to act in certain ways or to refrain from certain acts, in order to promote and protect human rights and fundamental...

Dec 5, 2025 · Human rights, rights that belong to an individual or group of individuals simply for being human, or as a consequence of inherent human vulnerability, or because they are …

Dec 1, 2025 · This book provides an unparalleled account of the customary international law of human rights. It discusses the emergence of this customary law, the debates about how it is to …

International humanitarian law (IHL) and international human rights law are two distinct but complementary bodies of law. They are both concerned with the protection of life, health and …

International human rights law lays down the obligations of Governments to act in certain ways or to refrain from certain acts, in order to promote and protect human rights and fundamental …

Jun 10, 2025 · The International Bill of Human Rights and other UN instruments provide rights to which all people are entitled, and regional treaties offer further protection.

The following guides focus on each of the separate human rights protected under international law. These guides explain the scope of each right, summarize significant case law interpreting …

Jun 1, 2022 · Written by leading experts in the field, International Human Rights Law explores the essentials of international human rights law, from foundational issues to substantive rights and …