Glasgow Human Rights Network at the University of Glasgow is hosting second international conference on the theme “Protecting Human Rights: Duties and Responsibilities of States and Non-State Actors” during 18-19 June 2012 in partnership with the Steering Committee of the American Political Science Association (APSA) Human Rights Section, Council of the International Political Science Association (IPSA) Human Rights Research Committee, the Executive Council of the International Studies Association (ISA) Human Rights Section. The conference is timed to coincide with the joint International Studies Association-British International Studies Association conference to be held immediately after in Edinburgh (20-22 June).
Topics and Issues
The conference will examine the following questions and topics, among others:
- What is the nature of human rights responsibilities?
- Have these responsibilities translated into appropriate action?
- How do we define such appropriate action, and who holds these responsibilities?
- How does the international community address conflicting responsibilities?
- What types of human rights responsibilities do non-state actors have?
- What is the relationship between rights, duties and responsibilities?
Dealing with past wrongs and failed responsibilities
The conference format will be a mixture of small panels (no more than 3 papers) with plenary keynote sessions. It is expected that small panels will facilitate discussion and interchange among the participants, and the overall conference format will contribute to an intimate and relaxed two days. Confirmed keynote speakers to date include:
Henry Shue, Professor of Politics and International Relations, University of Oxford
David Mepham, UK Director, Human Rights Watch
Accommodation and facilities:
The conference will be held at the University of Glasgow. A number of single rooms have already been reserved in University accommodation (a 20 minute walk from the conference venue), available on a first come, first served basis. The organizers have also arranged a special rate at the local Hilton Hotel (£87 per night single, £97 per night double, with breakfast), which is very close to campus. Again, there is limited capacity, and available on a first come, first served basis.
Last date for submission of papers is November 1, 2011
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