Public Praxis Forum

What Are UN Special Procedures? How UN Human Rights Experts Actually Work

UN Special Procedures are independent human rights experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council. This…
Every Policy Has Two Lives: Why Good Policies Don’t Always Become Good Outcomes

Why do well-designed public policies often produce disappointing outcomes? This essay explores why implementation—not policy design…
Who Is Responsible When AI Gets It Wrong?

When artificial intelligence makes harmful decisions, who should be held accountable? This essay explores how responsibility…
When Did Climate Change Become a Justice Issue?

Climate change is no longer only a scientific question. It is increasingly a question of justice,…
Who Gets a Seat at the Table?- Consultation vs Participation

Participation is often presented as a cornerstone of democratic decision-making, but not all participation carries the…
What Do We Mean When We Measure Progress?: Who decides what counts?

Every year, institutions publish reports, rankings, and indices that shape policy, funding, and public debate. But…
What Is the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)? What Can It and Cannot Do?

What is the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)? This practical guide explains how the UN reviews every…
Beyond Reports & Conferences: What Human Rights Work Actually Looks Like

Human rights work is often associated with reports, conferences, and public advocacy. This essay explores the…
Visibility Is Not Justice: Why Awareness Alone Does Not Create Accountability

Human rights violations are more visible than ever before. Yet visibility and accountability do not always…