Beyond norms and interests: understanding the evolution of transnational human rights activism
Year: 2010
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores the evolution of transnational human rights activism since the end of World War II. It argues that the scholarly literature has focused too much attention on how interests and principles drive transnational mobilisation, while neglecting the profound evolutionary changes within the sector itself. In challenging interest-based explanations of human rights activism, we show that human rights groups have shifted from predominantly reactive ‘shaming’ strategies to more proactive efforts designed to address root causes of gross violations.
Authors: Emily B. Rodio, Hans Peter Schmitz
Institutions: Syracuse University, University of San Diego
Language: English
Subfield: History
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1969677306