Examining racism as a structural and social phenomenon: the case study of Brazil : an inquiry on addressing historical and systematic racial inequality through the implementation of UN treaty-based mechanisms

dc.contributor.advisor Marouda, Maria Daniella
dc.contributor.author Melo, Lucas Atanasio : de Morais
dc.date.accessioned 2023-10-02T12:48:52Z
dc.date.available 2023-10-02T12:48:52Z
dc.date.issued 2023
dc.description Second semester University: Panteion University, Athens
dc.description.abstract This thesis examines race as a social construct influenced by historical events shaped by political and economic factors. It investigates how racism, stemming from this construct, permeates society at institutional and individual levels. The study focuses on Brazil as a case study, deeply affected by historical events like colonialism and slavery, which continue to shape its social fabric. The primary objective is to analyze the United Nations' approach to racism and assess the effectiveness of its international mechanisms in addressing deep-rooted structural racism. By examining the practical application of these mechanisms, the research evaluates their adequacy and alignment with the ongoing discourse on racism as a complex and entrenched issue. Through critical evaluation of international mechanisms, the study highlights the need for comprehensive strategies that address the core aspects of racism. It seeks to determine if these mechanisms adequately encompass the underlying issues and contribute to meaningful solutions or if further advancements are necessary. The findings contribute to a broader understanding of international efforts to combat racism and promote transformative change in societies grappling with racial inequalities. They inform discussions on refining approaches and developing more effective models to address the fundamental roots of racism and foster equality. Keywords: race, racism, social construct, structural racism, international mechanisms, United Nations, Brazil, historical events
dc.identifier.uri https://repository.gchumanrights.org/handle/20.500.11825/2668
dc.identifier.uri http://dx.doi.org/10.25330/2588
dc.language.iso en
dc.relation.ispartofseries Global Campus Europe (EMA) theses 2022/2023
dc.subject racism
dc.subject Brazil
dc.subject United Nations
dc.subject international instruments
dc.subject social aspects
dc.subject history
dc.subject society
dc.title Examining racism as a structural and social phenomenon: the case study of Brazil : an inquiry on addressing historical and systematic racial inequality through the implementation of UN treaty-based mechanisms
dc.type Thesis
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