Do western donors want to “internationalize” the human rights movement, or do they want to retain control while including a few token Africans? It’s time for long-term and sustainable funding that makes sense. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on the Internationalization. Español, Fran
¿Los donantes occidentales quieren “internacionalizar” el movimiento de derechos humanos, o quieren conservar el control mientras incluyen a unos cuantos africanos de forma simbólica? Es el momento de implementar un financiamiento a largo plazo y sostenible que tenga sentido. English, Français, ال
هل يرغب متبرعو الغرب في "تدويل" حركة الدفاع عن حقوق الإنسان أم أنهم يرغبون في الرقابة مع تضمين القليل من الأفارقة ليؤدوا دوراً رمزياً؟ حان الوقت لتوفير صندوق تمويل طويل الأجل ودائم وعملي. English, Español, Français
International Criminal Court developments in 2014 have certainly been important, but we must also look to key events in regional and national institutions that are pushing the evolution of international law. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on the International Criminal Court.
‘Traditional African ways’ is not a monolith. It has evolved over time and must evolve again to adapt to human rights. Human rights should not defer to tradition and religion. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate, Religion and Human Rights.
Past experience suggests warnings that international criminal trials impede peace efforts are overblown. The ICC prosecutor mustn’t politicize her mandate by paying heed to them. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on the International Criminal Court. Français
Religion in Africa is not about doctrines, but about customs and beliefs. Human rights, like foreign religions, will thrive here only when they defer to traditional African ways. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate, Religion and Human Rights.
The ICC has pursued the "small fish" in the DRC, letting those most responsible for the worst crimes off the hook. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on the International Criminal Court. Français
Human rights groups can survive in the current funding climate if they shift their focus towards locally driven funding resources. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate, funding for human rights. Español, Français
The intervention of the ICC in some countries has many effects, but little impact on promoting real accountability – and at times working against that goal. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on the International Criminal Court. Español
Respect for ‘sovereignty’ is no defence against ICC action in Sudan, as the government claims. International standards, many that Sudan signed, make clear a state’s treatment of its own citizens is of international concern. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate on the International Crimina
Human Rights Watch’s scathing critique of Ghana’s prayer camps misses the point. For many people struggling with mental illness and social stigmatization, the camps are the best available option. A contribution to the openGlobalRights debate, Religion and Human Rights. Français
