Law - SDG Academy Library

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Collective vs. Individual Rights

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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…

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Equality of Opportunity

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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

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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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Conceptualizations of Violence and Legal…

Conceptualizations of Violence and Legal Frameworks

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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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The 10-point Agenda for 21st Century Cities

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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

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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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Subject in Law vs. Object in Law

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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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Governing Global Commons

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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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International Law and the Extractive Industries

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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…

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Getting a Good Deal: Negotiating Extractive…

Getting a Good Deal: Negotiating Extractive Industry Contracts - Trailer

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Many resource-rich countries negotiate complex contracts to govern mining, oil, or gas projects. Despite the critical importance of these contracts in determining the…

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Introduction to Getting a Good Deal: Negotiating…

Introduction to Getting a Good Deal: Negotiating Extractive Industry Contracts

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Welcome to Getting a Good Deal: Negotiating Extractive Industry Contracts. This video playlist will cover the challenges governments face in negotiating strong…