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Collective vs. Individual Rights

Collective vs. Individual Rights

From SDG Academy on 7 August, 2019

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International human rights law focuses on the rights of individuals, and emphasis is on the protection of the individuals inherent dignity and worth. Collective…
07:44

Equality of Opportunity

Equality of Opportunity

From SDG Academy on 7 August, 2019

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Non-discrimination is an interesting concept in law; Joshua Castellino argues that in society, some discrimination is perfectly justifiable. Unjustifiable discrimination…
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Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Extractive…

Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Extractive Industries

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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What are the key elements of a legal framework for the extractive sector? These can include a country's constitution (for example, laying out who owns natural…
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The 10-point Agenda for 21st Century Cities

The 10-point Agenda for 21st Century Cities

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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In this chapter, Jeffrey Sachs proposes a 10-point agenda that cities should follow to catalyze sustainable development, and outlines some of the pros and cons of…
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Tackling Extractive Sector Corruption in Unstable…

Tackling Extractive Sector Corruption in Unstable Times: A Conversation Between Leila Kazemi and Alexandra Gillies

From SDG Academy on 28 October, 2020

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This is a recording of a live webinar that took place on October 28, 2020. Oil and mining sector corruption has led to political strife and billions lost in public…
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Conceptualizations of Violence and Legal…

Conceptualizations of Violence and Legal Frameworks

From SDG Academy on 7 August, 2019

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1 in 3 women will suffer from or feel threatened by violence, including sexual violence and the fear of violence. This is not confined to a particular region or culture.…
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Governing Global Commons

Governing Global Commons

From SDG Academy on 31 July, 2019

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The regulation and enforcement of the oceans is very difficult. The Law of the Sea Convention and other landmark legal instruments have brought important progress over…
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New and Emerging Perspectives on Global Governance

New and Emerging Perspectives on Global Governance

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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There are many different schools and approaches on how to reform global environmental governance. Deep institutional reform builds on the idea that, if you manage to…
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International Law and the Extractive Industries

International Law and the Extractive Industries

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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This chapter covers international laws that can impact the governance of natural resources. Trade law is one example, as it can require governments not to restrict…
08:15

A Vision of Rights for the Future

A Vision of Rights for the Future

From SDG Academy on 12 August, 2019

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In addressing the sustainable development agenda of the next thirty to fifty years, it is important to bear in mind six key concerns. The first is an emphasis on…
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Implementing International Law During Armed…

Implementing International Law During Armed Conflict

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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This chapter examines concrete measures countries and international organizations can take to implement their international legal obligations to protect the environment…
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Corruption Trends in the Extractive Sector

Corruption Trends in the Extractive Sector

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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The extractive sector is famously prone to corruption. Resource rich countries on average score far worse than their non-resource rich peers on measures of corruption.…
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International Law Protecting the Environment…

International Law Protecting the Environment During Armed Conflict

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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This chapter reviews the different bodies and sources of international law protecting the environment during armed conflict. It also highlights existing gaps in the…
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Subject in Law vs. Object in Law

Subject in Law vs. Object in Law

From SDG Academy on 7 August, 2019

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The distinction between the subject and object in law is a very important element in law because it sets the scene for much of the structural discrimination that has…
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International Human Rights Treaties

International Human Rights Treaties

From SDG Academy on 7 August, 2019

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Joshua Castellino discusses how international human rights treaties are constructed using examples from the Refugee Convention, the Convention on the Rights of the…
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Implementation and Monitoring Legal Frameworks

Implementation and Monitoring Legal Frameworks

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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Why are strong, well-drafted legal frameworks not effectively or consistently enforced? This chapter details challenges such as low levels of capacity within government,…

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