LAW 805

This course introduces students to the theory, laws, and practice of human rights protection, rooted in international law. It explores the intersections between international and domestic human rights protections, beginning with human rights theories and progressing through the international human rights framework. Using the United Nations’ human rights lenses, students learn how to protect and enforce human rights. The course offers opportunities to delve into special interest topics such as the rights of Indigenous peoples, refugees, and women.