Call for Papers: 12th World Human Rights Cities Forum (WHRCF)

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The Chonnam National University Center for Regional Development, the International Centre for the Promotion of Human Rights at the Local and Regional Levels under the auspices of UNESCO, and the UNESCO Chair in Human Rights and Human Security (University of Graz) co-host a special session (“Human Rights Paper Session II”) as a part of the 12th World Human Rights Cities Forum (WHRCF) taking place from 10-13 October 2022, in Gwangju, Republic of Korea.

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Harnessing digitalisation for the promotion of human rights

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December 10 marks the annual International Day of Human Rights. With the worldwide pandemic approaching its 24-month mark, inequalities have risen and societal vulnerabilities have surfaced around the world; as such, this year’s celebration is once again out of the ordinary. Much activity has transferred to the digital sphere, which has accelerated the development of technology and digital tools.

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