UN Human Rights Council

A Practical Anatomy

AvEric Tistounet

Häftad, Engelska, 2020

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Beskrivning

Since its establishment the work of the Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has been subject to many interpretations, with differing theories proffered and conclusions drawn.This comprehensive guide, from an author with an intimate knowledge of the organisation, dissects every aspect of the UNHRCs work examines the efficiency of, and interactions between, its mechanisms. The book also offers a meticulous overview of the structure and functions of the Council and its processes, providing readers not only with a clear and practical guide, but a platform from which to formulate their own opinions and conclusions. Key Features:Authored by the first Secretary of the UNHRCUnique practical insights from a UN insiderExplanation of the complex decision-making processes of the CouncilUNHRC procedures described within the overall context in which they operateHighlights vital, but hard to access, UN and UNHRC documents and referencesClear and accessible, this informative book will be a key resource for NGO's, diplomats, UN officials and other participants in UNHRC proceedings, whilst also being valuable to human rights students and academics seeking to broaden their understanding of UNHRC operations.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2020-08-28
Mått:138 x 216 x undefined mm
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Elgar Practical Guides
Förlag:Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
ISBN:9781839102837

Utforska kategorier

Folkrätt inom Juridik
Politiskt förtryck inom Samhälle och politik
Internationella relationer inom Samhälle och politik

Mer om författaren

Eric Tistounet, Independent Human Rights Expert, Former Head of the Human Rights Council Branch, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Creator and Moderator of the Lake Room Initiative, lecturer and invited professor of practice in various universities and institutes

Recensioner i media

'Eric Tistounet, with precision and an extraordinary pedagogical capacity, describes the operation of the most important intergovernmental human rights body worldwide. The ''Geneva atmosphere'' is perfectly reflected; the text shows the game and roles of all actors - the international community, states, non-governmental organizations and experts - in the different procedures of the Human Rights Council. Essential reading to understand the legal and political dimensions of human rights debates in the United Nations Organization.'--Fabián Salvioli, UN Special Rapporteur for the Promotion of Truth, Justice, Reparations and Guarantees of Non Recurrence, Argentina'The author is well-placed to raise awareness and understanding of the Human Rights Council and its mechanisms from his unique vantage point of having worked with the Council since before its inception - a timely analysis as the Council reflects on its own efficiency and effectiveness.'--Michelle Bachelet, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights'This book offers key insights on the United Nations' principal human rights body. The author uses his insider knowledge and expertise to explain how the Council works, and to assess its strengths and weaknesses. Scholars, practitioners, and students will greatly benefit from reading and learning from this work.'--Rosa Freedman, University of Reading, UK

Innehållsförteckning

Contents: Introduction 1. The Human Rights Council in a Nutshell 2. The Human Rights Council Functions 3. The Human Rights Council Governance: The Role and Functions of the President and His/Her Bureau 4. The Human Rights Council Stakeholders 5. The Structure of Sessional and Intersessional Activities 6. The Human Rights Council Voting Procedure and Procedural Motions 7. The Change Management Process as it Applies to the Council and Previously the Commission In Guise of an Imperfect Conclusion Index