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Human rights 101
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the core UN human rights treaties, in plain language.
Human rights 101
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the core UN human rights treaties, in plain language.
Level
Foundations
Who it is for
Everyone from about age 14: young people, adults, parents and newcomers. No prior knowledge is needed.
Format
Self-paced online, in plain language, with maps, figures, short quizzes and a discussion.
About 6 hours. Hours are an estimate.
What you will be able to do
- Name the core UN human rights instruments.
- Explain how treaty bodies and the Human Rights Council work.
- Find what a UN body has said about a country.
Modules
- The Universal Declaration. What it says and how it came about.
- The core treaties. Civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights, and more.
- How rights are monitored. Treaty bodies, the Universal Periodic Review and Special Procedures.
- Using the UN record. Finding and citing UN findings.
Assessment
A short check after each module, with feedback. Completion is recorded; it is not an accredited award.
Status
Draft outline for scholarly review. The lessons, readings and questions are in preparation. Completion is recorded; nothing is accredited.
This course is shared by IDCDC and KCO. Course codes: IDCDC-CIV-17 (IDCDC) and KCO-CIV-17 (KCO).