Human Rights Seminar 4

The Human Right to Health: Then, Now & in the Future

We are delighted to announce our upcoming UDHR Seminar, where we are honored to host two extraordinary human rights experts:

Brigit Toebes
Professor of Health Law at the University of Groningen
Scientific Director of the Aletta Jacobs School of Public Health
Co-founder of the Groningen Centre for Health Law

Tina Stavrinaki
Assistant Professor in International Law and Human Rights at the University of Utrecht
Vice-Chair of the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD)
Rapporteur for the next General Recommendation (No. 37) of the CERD on Racial Discrimination in the Enjoyment of the Right to Health.

The seminar promises an exceptional opportunity to engage with our distinguished speakers and delve into critical topics, including a retrospective look at the human right to health, its evolution, and its significance today, as well as an exploration of current challenges and notable achievements in upholding the right to health.

It also offers a unique chance to learn firsthand about the upcoming General Recommendation (No. 37) of the CERD on Racial Discrimination in the Enjoyment of the Right to Health by its Rapporteur herself, who will share invaluable insights and expertise. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to be part of a dynamic discussion and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on human rights and health!