Friday, November 27, 2009

09-11-27 Interamerican Human Rights- Organization of American States

Human Rights

The term “human rights” is broad and encompasses numerous, more specific issues under its general umbrella, such as the rights to free speech, to political participation, to a free and transparent system of justice, and others. Respect for human rights goes to the very heart of democracy. Over the course of five decades, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) has advocated for justice and defended freedom throughout the Americas. The IACHR works with States to help strengthen the laws and institutions that provide human rights protections. The member countries of the OAS have affirmed their unequivocal commitment to democracy and human rights, and the Commission strives to ensure that this commitment produces tangible results.

Inter-American Court of Human Rights

Inter-American Commission on Human Rights

Inter-American Program on the Promotion of Women's Human Rights and Gender Equity and Equality

Inter-American commission of women

The Inter-American Children's Institute

Summits and Human Rights

Inter-American Program for the Promotion and Protection of the Human Rights of Migrants, Including Migrant Workers and their Families

International humanitarian law

Displaced Persons

The OAS in Haiti—Human Rights and Justice

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