On the Value of Human Rights Analysis In 2020, we celebrate 75 years of the UN, the intergovernmental organization that, since its formation, aimed to maintain international peace, security, and a protection of human rights. Silke Voß-Kyeck, an expert on the United Nations and rapporteur for Forum Menschenrechte, explores the correlation between finances and human rights protection within the UN for the 75th anniversary of the organisation. By Silke Voß-Kyeck
South Africa’s Successes in Forming Alliances for Multilateralism in the United Nations Security Council Analysis Having a non-permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council can provide valuable opportunities for multilateral endeavors. Active engagement of other members in the Council is key to achieving cooperation and safeguarding this institution of multilateralism. By Sithembile Mbete
High Expectations from ‘Nature Based Solutions’ during the Climate Action Summit Background This one-day event in New York is intended to spur new commitments from countries, and greater overall ambition in achieving under-two-degree warming pathways. Peter Riggs, from the international network CLARA, tells how to evaluate the commitments. By Peter Riggs
"We can all recognize ourselves in those stories" Interview The 41st UN Human Rights Council will decide on the renewal of the mandate of the UN Independent Expert on the Protection against Violence and Discrimination based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI). Caroline Ausserer spoke with the current mandate holder, Victor Madrigal-Borloz. By Caroline Ausserer
Feminist foreign policy - imperative for a more secure and just world Introduction Kristina Lunz and Nina Bernarding, who are leading the Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy in Germany explain why a peaceful world will remain an utopia without a feminist foreign policy. By Kristina Lunz and Nina Bernarding
Feminist Foreign Policy Dossier It is high time to view security not in a military context, but in a humane one: Women’s rights need to be strengthened, and women need to be recognized as shapers of peace and security policy. With this dossier we would like to show the way forward towards a Feminist Foreign Policy.
"We need to change the ancient structures largely made by men" Interview How can Germany promote social justice and gender equality? An Interview with Minister of State Michelle Müntefering on Germany's role during its two year term at the UN Security Council in 2019 and 2020.
“Because I would have to be sterilized” Report Across Europe, trans people are denied their right to have their gender recognized, unless they fulfill invasive requirements. Human rights bodies have clearly affirmed: this is a violation of trans people’s human rights. By Dodo Karsay
The Yogyakarta Principles +10 Reflection International human rights law and the rights of trans people. The Yogyakarta Principles plus 10 reflects on how international law has evolved in this area. By Dodo Karsay
Focus on human rights for LGBTI people: Ten years of the Yogyakarta Principles In 2006 an human rights experts launched the “Principles on the application of international human rights law in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity” in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. We have talked to some of the co-authors about the significance of the document and its future.
