Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights

This essential guide on economic, social, and cultural rights provides a comprehensive resource for professionals and advocates in international human rights law.

The book Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights serves as an essential reference for individuals engaged in international human rights law. It is structured in a user-friendly format, making it accessible to both legal professionals and those without formal legal training. This comprehensive guide responds to the growing global recognition of human poverty and the potential of human rights law to empower individuals in securing their fundamental rights.

In recent years, the international legal framework surrounding economic, social, and cultural rights has significantly expanded. Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights provides a consolidated source of major international agreements that acknowledge these rights for the first time. It covers a wide range of topics, including workers' rights, the right to health, education, housing, and food, making it a vital resource for anyone interested in understanding the legal foundations and enforcement of these rights.

This guide includes key treaties, declarations, and interpretive texts, making it a valuable addition for lawyers, researchers, and officials from various sectors, including NGOs and governmental bodies. The inclusion of legal, policy, and explanatory standards allows readers to grasp not only the laws governing these rights but also their practical implications. Overall, Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights is an indispensable tool for anyone involved in the pursuit of social justice and human rights.