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Great Decisions: The Future of Human Rights and International Law
As democracy and human rights retreat globally—and the U.S. pulls back—how can civil society and legal norms remain effective in a divided world? What is the role and force of international law in this era of impunity?
Join us for a discussion of “The Future of Human Rights and International Law in a Divided World.” by Jose E. Alvarez.
Related LibGuide: Lifelong Education and Learning by Fairfax County Public Library (Admin)
- Date:
- Wednesday, October 28, 2026
- Time:
- 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- Location:
- Pohick Meeting Room 1
- Library Branch:
- Pohick Regional Library
- Categories:
- Civics & Politics History & Culture Roundtable
- Audience:
Registrations open at 2:00pm Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The Great Decisions discussion program is supported by a number of materials and resources produced by the Foreign Policy Association. The program model is involves reading an article in the Great Decisions Briefing Book and meeting once a month to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
PDF copies of the article will be emailed to everyone who registers for the program. A limited number of printed copies are available at each program, and on request at the Pohick Library Information Desk.
You may also check out other documents, videos and other resources recommended by the Foreign Policy Association by clicking on the following link: U.S. Human Rights and International Law
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