International Commission of Jurists - Maastricht Principles on Extra-Territorial Obligations
The International Commission of Jurists have announced the adoption of the Maastricht Principles on Extra-Territorial Obligations (ETOs) of States in the area of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Independent evaluation of Care about Rights
An evaluation of the training and awareness raising programme, Care about Rights, has found participants made significant gains in their knowledge and understanding of human rights.
Submission to Joint Committee Inquiry on Independent Living
The Commission has submitted evidence to the UK Parliament Joint Committee on Human Rights Inquiry into Independent Living.
Human Rights Impact Assessment: Review of Practice & Guidance for Future Assessments
Human Rights Impact Assessments (HRIAs) are one of the key ways in which human rights, and a culture of human rights, can be systematically mainstreamed and embedded into the policies, practices , procedures and priorities of government, public and private bodies. Read a report on HRIA practice and guidance.
CRPD Meeting Report - January 2010
The Convention spells out what should be done to break down the barriers which people with long term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments may face in realising their human rights. The UK, including Scotland, has been a party to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities since 2009.