Just Access

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  • Just Access Podcast: Your Gateway to Global Human Rights Conversations

    Welcome to the Just Access Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of human rights with compelling conversations and insightful interviews. Hosted by Dr. Miranda Melcher, our podcast brings you closer to the heart of human rights advocacy, featuring in-depth discussions with a diverse array of notable figures—from academics and international officials to frontline human rights defenders.


    About the Just Access Podcast

    Each episode of the Just Access Podcast is meticulously crafted to shed light on the myriad aspects of human rights. We explore pressing issues, share personal stories, and dissect complex challenges in the realms of social, economic, cultural, and environmental rights. Our goal is to provide a platform for thought-provoking dialogue, informed by expertise and experience, that inspires action and fosters a deeper understanding of human rights worldwide.


    Diverse Voices, Unified Mission

    The Just Access Podcast is committed to amplifying diverse voices in the human rights community. Our guests range from seasoned academics to international officials and courageous human rights defenders working on the ground. These conversations offer a multifaceted perspective on human rights issues, highlighting both the progress made and the challenges that remain.


    Advancing Human Rights through Education and Advocacy

    The Just Access Podcast is more than just a series of interviews; it is a crucial component of Just Access's mission to support human rights worldwide. By engaging with experts and activists, we aim to educate our listeners, raise awareness, and inspire advocacy. Each episode is a step towards building a more just and equitable world.


    Join the Conversation!

    Subscribe to the Just Access Podcast wherever you get your podcasts and be part of a global community dedicated to human rights. Whether you are a student, an activist, or simply someone who cares about justice, our podcast offers valuable insights and actionable knowledge. Together, we can make a difference.


    Connect with Us!

    Stay updated with the latest episodes and join the conversation on social media. Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, and visit our website for more information about our work and how you can get involved.


    Support Our Mission!

    If you believe in the importance of human rights and want to support our mission, consider donating to Just Access. Your contribution helps us continue our advocacy, education, and strategic litigation efforts to uphold human rights around the globe.


    For more information and to listen to our episodes, search Just Access wherever you get your podcasts.


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Episodes
  • How to Get Involved in Negotiations?

    How to Get Involved in Negotiations?
    Sep 30 2024

    In this episode, we continue the conversation with Ida Manton about her work as a trainer and scholar in the field of negotiations, mediation, and conflict management. In the first part of the interview, we discussed her career and work in this field, and in this episode we talk about where she sees the biggest gaps in access to justice and ways we can work to address them.


    Key Highlights:

    • Negotiation skills: What are the main skills negotiators need to develop?
    • Major challenges: What are the key challenges that come up in negotiation and mediation?
    • Examples of successful negotiations
    • Just Access Gaps: what are the major gaps in access to justice?



    Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how negotiation skills can be used to defend human rights.


    Call to Action:

    • Stay tuned for our next podcast conversation: with Christopher Robertson and Louise P. King, about their article on "Structural Sex Discrimination: Why Gynecology Patients Suffer Avoidable Injuries and What the Law Can Do About It".
    • Follow and share the Podcast to make sure you never miss an episode!
    • Stay informed and take action by advocating for sustainable practices and supporting policies that protect human rights and their defenders.


    Keywords: Negotiations, Mediation, Conflict management, Human rights defenders, podcast episode, Just Access.


    Enjoy listening!


    Don’t forget to rate us, recommend us and share on social media!


    Support the podcast by donating here: https://just-access.de/donate/


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    33 mins
  • What is negotiation and mediation?

    What is negotiation and mediation?
    Sep 16 2024



    In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking to Ida Manton about her work as a trainer and scholar in the field of negotiations, mediation, and conflict management. In this first part of the interview, we discuss her career and work in this field, and in our second episode with Ida, we will talk about where she sees the biggest gaps in access to justice and ways we can work to address them.


    Key Highlights:

    • First-Hand Experience: Explore the experiences of Ida Manton and her journey to becoming a negotiation expert.
    • Negotiation and Mediation: What is the difference?
    • Gaining negotiation skills: how can one learn to negotiate?
    • Applying negotiation skills: what are the different fields where negotiation sills can be useful?



    Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how negotiation skills can be used to defend human rights.


    Call to Action:

    • Stay tuned for our next podcast conversation: with Christopher Robertson and Louise P. King, about their article on "Structural Sex Discrimination: Why Gynecology Patients Suffer Avoidable Injuries and What the Law Can Do About It".
    • Follow and share the Podcast to make sure you never miss an episode!
    • Stay informed and take action by advocating for sustainable practices and supporting policies that protect human rights and their defenders.


    Keywords: Negotiations, Mediation, Conflict management, Human rights defenders, podcast episode, Just Access.


    Enjoy listening!


    Don’t forget to rate us, recommend us and share on social media!


    Support the podcast by donating here: https://just-access.de/donate/


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    32 mins
  • What is a Human Rights Defender and Who Protects Them?

    What is a Human Rights Defender and Who Protects Them?
    Sep 2 2024

    In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking to Mary Lawlor, who is currently Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders, appointed by the UN Human Rights Council in 2020. She is also the founder of Frontline Defenders and has had various positions with Amnesty International. We talk about her remarkable career and and everything she's done for human rights.


    Key Highlights:

    • What are Human Rights Defenders: Learn about the human rights activism and the risks it may entail.
    • First-Hand Experience: Explore the experiences of Mary Lawlor and her day-to-day work as Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders.
    • Special Rapporteurs on Human Rights: how cases are prioritised and how they communicate with each other.
    • Special Procedures: how effective are they?
    • Access to Justice: The discussion highlights the significant challenges in ensuring access to justice for human rights defenders and human rights in general due to lack of political will of member states and impunity as major obstacle.


    Why Listen? This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in being a human rights defender, understanding special procedures and the challenges of the mechanism.


    Call to Action:

    • Stay tuned for our next podcast conversation: with Ida Manton, international negotiations specialist.
    • Follow and share the Podcast to make sure you never miss an episode!
    • Stay informed and take action by advocating for sustainable practices and supporting policies that protect human rights and their defenders.
    • Please visit Frontline Defenders if you might want to help or support with a donation.



    Keywords: Human rights defenders, special rapporteur, special procedures, podcast episode, Just Access.


    Enjoy listening!


    Don’t forget to rate us, recommend us and share on social media!


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    40 mins
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