Legal Issues of International Law from a Gender Perspective

This book offers a new perspective on international law, which was male-dominant and gender-blind for centuries, leading to injustices and impunity for serious crimes. It examines the development of gender perspectives in various branches of international law, particularly the European human rights system, and provides detailed explanations of the EU's external policies related to sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. It also discusses the detrimental effects of gender stereotypes and prejudices and presents innovative gender-sensitive and gender-competent insights on a variety of issues in international law. The book is of interest to all those working in the field of international law, as well as students and academics looking to broaden and deepen their research on gender equality and international law.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 17 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This book offers a groundbreaking new perspective on international law, which has traditionally been male-dominant and gender-blind, leading to numerous injustices, the denial of certain rights, and the impunity of serious crimes. It delves into the evolution of gender perspectives across various branches of international law, while also discussing and elucidating universal standards.

Particular attention is paid to the European human rights system, which is explored in depth. The book provides detailed explanations of the European Union's external policies regarding sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. It also highlights the relevant jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights in areas such as gender and sexual orientation, female reproduction, and sexuality.

The authors emphasize the importance of an adequate legal framework for combating gender inequality and the detrimental effects of deeply entrenched gender stereotypes and prejudices. They further discuss the development of specific branches of international law, such as a gender-sensitive approach to the prevention of war crimes, gender perspectives in refugee law, and the evolution of gender-sensitive environmental law.

The problematic situation of discrimination in the workplace is addressed from various perspectives, including discussions among EU member states regarding women's participation in managerial boards and the growing awareness of gender equality in international trade agreements.

Lastly, the book offers a historical perspective on the development of international law in the interwar period, with a particular focus on the situation in Yugoslavia. By critically reconsidering the dominant gender biases in international law, this book contributes to a more inclusive and equitable global legal framework.

Weight: 530g
Dimension: 164 x 243 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031134586
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023