Development and human rights: irrefutable links, questionable praxis

The emerging praxis of a human rights-based approach to development must be centred on the essential principle of protecting human dignity.

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Abortion is a Fundamental Right—Brazil is Failing to Fully Recognise it

Brazil once looked to be a leader amongst Latin America in terms of abortion rights. Today, a young, pregnant rape survivor was forced to seek judicial authorisation for a legal termination.

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Scramble to Contain Environmental Damage of Mauritius Oil Spill Implicates Wide Range of Rights

As efforts are underway to mitigate the damage, it is apparent that the oil spill is a severe threat to fundamental human and environmental rights.

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