The Routledge International Handbook of Disability Human Righ... - 9781032530833

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Explore the complex intersections of disability and human rights with "The Routledge International Handbook of Disability Human Rights Hierarchies." This comprehensive handbook delves into the various ways human rights are applied, or not applied, to individuals with disabilities across different global contexts. It examines the concept of hierarchies within human rights frameworks and their impact on disability advocacy and policy. Essential reading for scholars, students, and professionals in disability studies, human rights law, and sociology. Key themes include: * International human rights conventions and their application to disability. * The social model of disability and its relation to human rights. * Case studies from diverse geographical regions. * Critiques of existing human rights hierarchies. * Future directions for disability rights advocacy. The Routledge International Handbook of Disability Human Rights Hierarchies provides a critical and nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities in advancing disability rights globally.