The Routledge Handbook of Mega-Sporting Events and Human Rights

The Routledge Handbook of Mega-Sporting Events and Human Rights is the first book to explore the topic of mega-sporting events and human rights, offering accounts of adverse impacts and potential for promoting human rights. It examines the role of key stakeholders and presents case studies of human rights as an active issue in MSEs, providing new perspectives on sport and responsible governance.

Format: Hardback
Length: 530 pages
Publication date: 04 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Routledge Handbook of Mega-Sporting Events and Human Rights is a groundbreaking exploration of the intersection of mega-sporting events (MSEs) and human rights, offering a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of the complex relationship between these two spheres. This pioneering book is the first to delve into the topic in depth, providing a comprehensive account of the adverse human rights impacts linked to MSEs while also considering the potential for promoting human rights within the framework of these events.

Drawing on the expertise of an international team of leading researchers, practitioners, and advocates, the handbook introduces key concepts in human rights and examines how they relate to ethical, social, managerial, and governance issues in contemporary MSEs. From the promotion of inclusion and welfare to the prevention of corruption and sustainability, the book explores the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that arise in the delivery of MSEs.

The handbook examines the role of key stakeholders in the organization and delivery of MSEs, including organizing committees, sport governing bodies, governments, athletes, sponsors, and broadcasters. It also sheds light on the role of activists and advocates who work tirelessly to promote human rights within the sports industry. Through historical and contemporary case studies, the book provides valuable insights into the ways in which human rights have been an active issue in MSEs, highlighting both the successes and challenges encountered in this realm.

In addition to its theoretical contributions, the handbook offers practical guidance on best practices for responsible sport that protects the interests of individuals and communities. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding modern sport through the lens of human rights, highlighting the importance of ethical, social, and governance considerations in the organization and delivery of MSEs.

This handbook is an essential resource for advanced students, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders with an interest in the organization and delivery of MSEs, as well as in general sport management, sport policy, sport governance, the ethics of sport, event management, political science, development studies, ethical business, or the significance of sport in wider society. Its comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach makes it a valuable tool for anyone seeking to better understand the complex relationship between mega-sporting events and human rights and to contribute to the promotion of a more responsible and inclusive sports industry.

Weight: 1138g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032298924