Human rights-oriented trade policy research.
Research topics
Systemic coherence
Bridging the gaps between trade regimes and human rights frameworks
Examining how the AfCFTA fits within the broader African Union legal ecosystem to promote policy coherence and human-centred development.
Development-first policy
Balancing liberalisation with the protection of at-risk people and communities
Analysing how implementation approaches to the AfCFTA can maintain the policy flexibility that African states need to pursue inclusive development strategies.
Participatory governance
Ensuring affected communities have a voice in trade policy
Developing methodologies for meaningful participation by all stakeholders in trade policy formation and implementation.
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For policymakers
Implementing rights-based trade policy
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For researchers
Advancing the knowledge base
Explore our methodologies and findings to build upon rights-based approaches to economic integration.
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For advisors and advocates
Supporting human-centred development
Utilise our analytical tools to advocate for trade policies that respect and advance human rights.