Welcome to Institute of Human Rights & Environmental Studies an independent Think Tank – a private entity duly constituted and organized under the laws of Uganda. The Institute, with new and innovative approaches, works with key partners and stakeholders to contribute to knowledge, awareness and community of practice in the very important areas of Human Rights & Environmental sustainability.

Environment

Since the issuance of the World Commission on Environment and Development report – “Our Common Future” that outlined a blue print for sustainable development, the world has witnessed progressive collaboration among nations and peoples in advancing sustainable development (the development that strives to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of the future generation to meet their own needs).While the report did set a global agenda for environmental sustainability, a combination

Human rights

Since the signing of the 1948 Universal Declaration on Human Rights, nations and peoples of the world have built substantial agreement albeit non-consensual to some of the governments; that civil and political rights as well social, economic and cultural rights are universal and indivisible. In its work, IHES explores the philosophy of the Universality and Indivisibility of Human Rights in the framework of sustainable development. IHES argues that in whatever context, nation states and peoples

Human rights & Environment

A safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment is integral to the full enjoyment of a wide range of human rights, including the rights to life, health, food, water and sanitation. ... At the same time, protecting human rights helps to protect the environment.

Rule of Law, Justice, Security and Human Rights

As laid down in the UN General Assembly Resolution 2997 (XXVII) (1972) that aims to provide leadership and encourage partnerships in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing and enabling nations and people to improve their quality of life, without compromising that of future generations; IHES work in the area of Human Rights and the Environment is further guided by international novel principles expounded in different international instruments. Some of these including among others:

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