Description
The aspect of international law which deals with the promotion and protection of human rights, the related treaties and agreements between nations, the binding legal effects, and the contributions made to the development and implemenation of human rights law.
Alternative labels
international human rights statutes
multi national human rights regulations
multi national human rights statutes
international human rights regulations
international human right rules
international human rights legislation
multi national human rights legislation
multi national human right rules
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
International human rights law is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Human rights officer: Human rights officers investigate and handle human rights violations, as well as develop plans to reduce violations and to ensure compliance to human rights legislation. They investigate complaints by examining information and interviewing victims and perpetrators, and communicate with organisations involved with human rights activities.
Optional knowledge
International human rights law is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Election observer: Election observers are skilled and trained spectators of  the elections in a functioning democracy in order to enhance the transparency and credibility of the observed elections.
Legal policy officer: Legal affairs policy officers research, analyse and develop policies related to the legal sector and implement these policies to improve the existing regulation around the sector. They work closely with partners, external organisations or other stakeholders and provide them with regular updates.
Special-interest groups’ official: Special-interest groups’ officials represent and act on behalf of special-interest groups such as trade unions, employer organisations, trade and industry associations, sports associations and humanitarian organisations. They develop policies and ensure their implementation. Special-interest groups’ officials speak for their members in negotiations about topics such as working conditions and safety.
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