Advancing human rights, addressing conflict and promoting peace
ODI brings political economy perspectives to aid understanding, particularly in conflict-affected and violent settings.
ODI on Human rights
Beyond survival in displacement: rights essential for wellbeing
This policy brief contends that wellbeing is inextricably linked with the rights of crisis-affected populations. It makes recommendations for humanitarian actors to better support wellbeing in crises.
The UK’s new definition of extremism is a dangerous anti-democratic move
The new definition will impact women and minority groups the hardest, and sets a dangerous precedent for democracy.
Event recap: Overcoming inertia in Myanmar, Syria, Somalia and neglected crises
Crises in Myanmar, Syria and Somalia are significant and ongoing, yet they have not dominated headlines since initial reports – why? And how do we move from this inertia to action?
Think Change episode 40: will the ICJ ruling change anything for Gaza?
Legal, humanitarian and foreign policy experts take stock of what the ICJ interim ruling means for Israel, Gaza and wider geopolitical relations.
Gaza | The politics of narrative
This discussion unpacks patterns and divergences in the narrative landscape around Israel's invasion in Gaza.
Think Change episode 36: why is modern slavery on the rise?
Following a rise in modern slavery in the last five years, this episode asks how consumers can make more ethical choices this holiday season.