[2024] Proceedings before the Inter-American Human Rights System

Location: Virtual

Overview

Co-sponsored by the NYU Center for Justice and International Law, the Center for Human Rights and Global Justice, and the Hemispheric Network for Haitian Migrants' Rights, this training aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to utilize the Inter-American System effectively to protect the rights of people on the move.

Aims of the Training

• To equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to file individual petitions within the Inter-American System of Human Rights.
• To strengthen strategic litigation efforts by understanding how to use international mechanisms to protect the rights of people on the move.
• To examine the different stages of petitions and requests, focusing on practical strategies.

Key Issues Covered

• Filing petitions and managing individual cases: Step-by-step guidance for handling cases.
• Provisional and precautionary measures: How to request urgent measures to prevent irreparable harm.
• Understanding advisory opinions within the Inter-American System.

Key Takeaways

• The Inter-American System of Human Rights offers a strategic alternative when domestic remedies are ineffective or unattainable.
• A comprehensive understanding of the distinct roles and authority of the Inter-American Commission and the Inter-American Court is essential for leveraging their respective mandates.
• Engaging with advisory opinions offers an additional avenue for clarifying and developing international human rights law.