Spring 2017  |  LAW 6058 Section 001: Human Rights Advocacy (58555)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
A-F only
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Law Lottery Attribute
Meets With:
GLOS 5403 Section 001
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/17/2017 - 05/05/2017
Wed 02:30PM - 05:15PM
UMTC, West Bank
Blegen Hall 435
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
This course will study the histories, philosophies and activities of human rights activists and organizations. The course examines the theoretical basis of the human rights movement, the principles underlying key organizations in the human rights field, as well as their strategies, tactics, and programs. The class will use case studies and other active methods to understand and to evaluate the work of human rights activists. Topics to be considered include fact-finding and documentation, campaigns on human rights issues, cultural relativism, economic rights, and corporate responsibility for human rights. Students will consider the basic organizational structure and fundraising needs of NGOs. Students will design and present a research project based on their selection of in-class topics. Readings include material on the history of NGOs; roots and development of the human rights movement; analysis of key NGOs; advocacy within international institutions; and reports and publications from NGOs working in the field.
Class Description:
Student may contact the instructor or department for information.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/58555/1173

ClassInfo Links - Spring 2017 Law School Classes Taught by Barbara Frey

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