Derechos y Libertades
Scope & Guideline
Empowering voices through open access scholarship.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Human Rights Law:
The journal extensively covers topics related to international human rights law, its application, and its evolution in various socio-political contexts. - Technology and Rights:
A significant focus on the implications of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, on human rights and legal frameworks. - Social Justice and Equality:
Exploration of themes around social justice, discrimination, and the rights of marginalized communities, including women, children, and people with disabilities. - Philosophical and Ethical Perspectives:
The journal includes discussions on the philosophical foundations of rights, ethical considerations in law, and the moral implications of legal decisions. - Global and Comparative Perspectives:
Analysis of human rights issues from a global viewpoint, often comparing different legal systems and cultural contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights:
There is an increasing emphasis on the implications of artificial intelligence in legal contexts, particularly regarding privacy, discrimination, and access to justice. - Disability Rights and Inclusion:
A growing body of work is dedicated to the rights of individuals with disabilities, particularly focusing on accessibility, deinstitutionalization, and the right to independent living. - Climate Justice and Rights:
Emerging discussions around climate change and its impact on human rights are gaining traction, highlighting the intersection between environmental issues and legal protections. - Digital Rights and Social Media:
The exploration of rights in the digital realm, including freedom of expression, data protection, and the implications of social media on democratic processes, is increasingly prominent. - Intersectionality in Human Rights:
There is a rising trend towards understanding human rights through an intersectional lens, considering how various forms of discrimination overlap and impact individuals differently.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Legal Perspectives:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing on historical analyses of legal frameworks, suggesting a shift towards contemporary issues over historical context. - Traditional Gender Roles:
Discussions centered around traditional gender roles in law seem to be waning, as the focus has shifted towards more progressive and inclusive discussions on gender identity and rights. - Regional Legal Issues:
While regional issues were once a significant focus, there is a trend towards more global and comparative analyses, indicating a potential decline in localized legal discussions.
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