Legal Issues of International Law from a Gender by Ivana Krstić HARDBACK

Springer International Publishing AG

Gain a groundbreaking understanding of international law through a gender lens. This book challenges the traditional, male-dominant perspective, revealing how gender blindness has perpetuated injustices and overlooked crucial rights. Explore the evolution of gender perspectives across various branches of international law, with a special focus on the European human rights system and the European Court of Human Rights' jurisprudence on gender and sexual orientation. Discover the impact of gender stereotypes and the importance of a robust legal framework for combating inequality. The book delves into gender-sensitive approaches to war crimes prevention, refugee law, and environmental law, as well as addressing workplace discrimination and women's participation in managerial boards. It also examines gender equality in international trade agreements and offers a historical perspective on international law in the interwar period. This collection of essays critically reconsiders legal knowledge, offering innovative, gender-competent insights to foster new research and advance practical gender equality in the international legal and institutional framework. Ideal for legal professionals, students, and academics interested in gender equality in international law. Keywords: International law, gender perspective, gender equality, human rights, European Court of Human Rights, gender stereotypes, discrimination, refugee law, environmental law, workplace discrimination, international trade agreements, legal history, Ivana Krstić.