Political Science Generally: Human Rights

Thoughtful coverage and analysis of international affairs.

An independent watchdog organization that supports the expansion of freedom around the world. Includes annual reports on world developments.

Promotes accountability of the global decisions of the United Nations (UN). Mobilizes citizens for action and advocates issues

Information on hot spots in the world from a private international organization

Will be of interest to lawyers, advocates and researchers.

Division esponsibilities include promoting democracy worldwide, formulating U.S. human rights policies and coordinating policy in human rights-related labor issues. Includes Country Reports on Human Rights Practices back to 1993, as well as speeches, statements, testimony, and briefings.

The United States Institute of Peace is an independent and nonpartisan organization which provides the analysis, training and tools that help to prevent, manage and end violent international conflicts, promote stability and professionalize the field of peacebuilding.

Objective analysis of public opinion on international policy issues. Articles on results of public opinion polls taken around the world.

Coverage of all aspects of human rights theory, practice, law, and history with substantive articles.

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This is a collection of essays on different aspects of how law affects society and culture.

Comprehensive encyclopedia to the history of revolution and protest.

Survey of the full range of historical, political, theoretical and philosophical issues relating to peace and conflict. Major figures and events are covered, organizations, theories. Includes a time line.

Search by country for human rights information.

Go to "Regions" and then look for specific country for reports on human rights issues.

Links to: treaties and other instruments, U.N. documents, regional materials, U.S. human rights documents, bibliographies, human rights education, asylum and refugee materials, and links to other sites