OHCHR (2023). Protecting minority rights: A Practical Guide to Developing Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Legislation.

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OHCHR (2023). Protecting minority rights: A Practical Guide to Developing Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Legislation.

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Year

2023

Publication type

Research evidence/report

Geographical coverage

International

Area/location of interest

Not applicable - European level

Type of Institution

UN body

Institution

International, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

Thematic focus

Discrimination

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Other

Key findings

The guide provides guidance for governments, legislators, and civil society on developing comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation. It details the development, interpretation, and implementation of these standards and outlines key principles to be codified into law. The guide includes examples of how international standards have been applied in national laws, explanations of key legal concepts, and case studies, highlighting how legal frameworks have advanced to protect minority groups for instance from racial discrimination or discrimination on the basis of religion and belief. The report also addresses violence and hate speech as phenomena that are often experienced by minority groups. It serves as a toolkit for developing anti-discrimination laws, offering specific definitions and guidance on necessary legal provisions.

Methodology (Qualitative/Quantitative and exact type used, questionnaires etc)

Qualitative. The guide's production involved four research processes: firstly legal research during which staff from the Equal Rights Trust and OHCHR identified international legal standards on equality and non-discrimination, analysing human rights instruments and commentary. Secondly, OHCHR and partners gathered inputs from states, civil society, and experts through public calls and outreach. Moreover, four online consultations were held to discuss key themes and issues. And finally, drafts were reviewed and validated by over 50 experts, with feedback incorporated to ensure accuracy and completeness.

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