The Evolution Of Human Rights: Social And Political Causes

Explore Historical Milestones, Key Documents, Influential Figures and Social Movements in Human Rights Evolution.

What you'll learn

Understand the historical milestones shaping human rights from ancient times to today.

Trace the progression of human rights movements across different cultures and eras.

Identify and analyze social and political factors influencing human rights evolution.

Evaluate significant human rights documents and their global impact.

Explore the role of international bodies in enforcing human rights.

Apply human rights principles to contemporary social and political issues.

Comprehend the international human rights conventions and the principles.

Understand the philosophical underpinnings and historical origins of human rights.

Trace the development of human rights from Ancient Egyptian Law to modern social movements.

Learn about the mechanisms for protecting and promoting human rights at international, regional, and national levels.

Study the impact of modern movements like the LGBTQ Movement, MeToo Movement, and Black Lives Matter on human rights

Review major treaties and understand the legal frameworks established by various international covenants and conventions.

Requirements

There are no specific requirements or prerequisites for taking this course. It is designed to be easy to understand and accessible for everyone. All you need is an interest in learning about the evolution of human rights and how social and political causes have shaped them.

No prior knowledge or experience is necessary.

Description

Welcome to "The Evolution of Human Rights: Social and Political Causes," a comprehensive course designed to take you on a journey through the history and development of human rights. Whether you are a student, educator, human rights advocate, or simply a curious learner, this course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the milestones, key documents, and influential figures that have shaped human rights as we know them today.In this course, you will explore the historical foundations of human rights, starting from ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Babylon, through the medieval period with documents like the Magna Carta, and into the modern era with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. You will gain insights into the social and political factors that have influenced the evolution of human rights, and how these factors have been instrumental in shaping current international human rights frameworks.We will delve into key documents and declarations that have set global standards, such as the French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, and the U.S. Bill of Rights. Additionally, you will learn about the contributions of major religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, to the concept of human rights.The course also highlights the roles of influential figures and organizations in the human rights movement and evolution. By the end of this course, you will be able to better understand human rights principles to contemporary issues, critically evaluate significant human rights issues, and engage in informed discussions about the ongoing challenges and future directions in human rights advocacy.Join us as we explore the rich history and evolution of human rights. Let's work together to understand our past and shape a more just and equitable future. Enroll now and start your journey into the world of human rights!

Overview

Section 1: Human Rights Evolution - Course Outline

Lecture 1 Course Overview

Section 2: Introduction

Lecture 2 Introduction

Lecture 3 John Lock vs. Thomas Hobbes

Section 3: From Ancient Egyptian Law to Ashoka's Edicts

Lecture 4 Ancient Egyptian Law (2925 B.C.)

Lecture 5 The Code of Hammurabi (1800-1700 B.C.)

Lecture 6 The Traditional Chinese Law (1046 B.C.-1911 A.D.)

Lecture 7 The Laws of Solon (592-591 B.C.)

Lecture 8 The Cyrus Cylinder (539 B.C.)

Lecture 9 The Edicts of Ashoka (273-231 B.C.)

Section 4: From Edict of Milan to The Habeas Corpus Act

Lecture 10 The Edict of Milan (313 A.D.)

Lecture 11 Corpus Juris Civilis (529-534 A.D.)

Lecture 12 Impact of religious teachings: Buddhism and Hinduism

Lecture 13 Impact of religious teachings: Judaism and Christianity

Lecture 14 Impact of religious teachings: Islam

Lecture 15 The Charter of Liberties of King Henry I (1100 A.D.)

Lecture 16 The Magna Carta (1215 A.D.)

Lecture 17 The Constitution of the Five Nations, The Iroquois Confederacy (1100-1500 A.D.)

Lecture 18 The Petition of Right (1628 A.D.)

Lecture 19 The Habeas Corpus Act (1679 A.D.)

Section 5: From Revolutions and Wars to the United Nations

Lecture 20 The Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution (1776 AD - 1787 A.D.)

Lecture 21 The Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen (1789 A.D.)

Lecture 22 The Declaration of the Rights of Women and the Citizen (1791 A.D.)

Lecture 23 The Bill of Rights of the Constitution of the U.S. (1791 A.D.)

Lecture 24 The Feminist Movement (1792 A.D.)

Lecture 25 The Congress of Vienna and innovations in International Law (1815 A.D.)

Lecture 26 The Geneva Conventions (1864 to 2005 A.D.)

Lecture 27 Women's suffrage, New Zealand (1893 A.D.)

Lecture 28 The creation of the United Nations Organization (1945 A.D.)

Section 6: Major International Bodies

Lecture 29 United Nations (UN)

Lecture 30 International Court of Justice (ICJ)

Lecture 31 International Criminal Court (ICC)

Section 7: Major Regional Bodies

Lecture 32 European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)

Lecture 33 Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR)

Lecture 34 African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights

Lecture 35 ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR)

Section 8: Major International Treaties

Lecture 36 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948 A.D.)

Lecture 37 European Convention on Human Rights (1950 AD)

Lecture 38 Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (1966 A.D.)

Lecture 39 Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (1966 A.D.)

Lecture 40 Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (1965 A.D.)

Lecture 41 Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (1979 A.D.)

Lecture 42 Convention against Torture (1984 A.D.)

Lecture 43 Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989 A.D.)

Lecture 44 Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (2006 A.D.)

Section 9: The UN's role today

Lecture 45 Promoting human rights from 1990 onwards

Section 10: Movements Shaping the Current Century

Lecture 46 The LGBTQ Movement

Lecture 47 The MeToo Movement

Lecture 48 The Black Lives Matter Movement

Section 11: Conclusion and Future of Human Rights

Lecture 49 Future directions and challenges in human rights advocacy

Anyone eager to uncover the genesis and evolution of human rights,Anyone with an interest in delving into the history and evolution of human rights,Human Rights Activists and Advocates,College and university students,Law Students and Legal Professionals,Students of Political Science and International Relations,Policy Makers and Government Officials,Educators and Academics,Social Activists and NGO workers,General Public with Interest in Human Rights