A practical guide to the evolving landscape of the right to remedy under international law has been released.
Developed by the LAWASIA Human Rights Committee, the manual was drafted in response to its growing concern that the rule of law continued to be challenged and its preservation required new approaches, including reaching beyond domestic fora.
The LAWASIA Manual on the International Right to Remedy sets out how redress can be sought in different forums and guides the profession in seeking redress when local avenues have been unsuccessful.
LAWASIA Immediate Past President Shyam Divan said the manual digested the wealth of information surrounding international right to remedy and provided a single, accessible resource for practitioners.
“Following the release of the LAWASIA Toolkit on Business and Human Rights in 2018, there was a strong commitment to build further on the material and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16,” Mr Divan said.
LAWASIA Immediate Past President Shyam Divan and Dr Tahlia Gordon from the College of Law.
“SDG 16 is a global goal that seeks to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development. By the year 2030, the world community is committed to provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.”
Beyond being a reference tool, the manual aspires to encourage dialogue within the profession, prompting reflection on how remedy mechanisms are working, where they can be strengthened, and how collective expertise can make them more accessible and effective.
“LAWASIA envisions the manual as a living, collaborative document that will continue to grow through contributions from member organisations, and facilitate action, particularly when domestic avenues prove inadequate,” he said.
The College of Law provided extensive editorial support lead by Dr Tahlia Gordon, Strategic Projects Lead.
“The manual provides valuable insights for those working to protect and promote human rights across the region and beyond,” Dr Gordon said.
“By providing key principles, case studies and comparative approaches, the manual is a much-needed practical tool.”
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