JOURNAL ARTICLE

Demands of justice: the creation of a global human rights practice.

  • Published In: International Affairs, 2023, v. 99, n. 1. P. 372 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Smith, Jacob 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the evolution of campaigning strategies employed by Amnesty International and Oxfam since the 1970s, as analyzed by the author through a case-study approach. It highlights how these organizations have integrated legal frameworks into their advocacy while maintaining emotive messaging, which remains significant in global human rights discourse. The author notes that while Amnesty International has shifted from solely mobilizing members to utilizing legal language in its communications, a broader analysis of diverse human rights organizations and their varying strategies would enhance the understanding of the field. Ultimately, the article underscores the necessity for human rights advocates to adapt their messaging to effectively engage with both the public and political entities. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:International Affairs. 2023/01, Vol. 99, Issue 1, p372
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0020-5850
  • DOI:10.1093/ia/iiac268
  • Accession Number:161586114
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