Screened on 24 October, 2012 |
52' (In French with English subtitles) |
Many of Louis Joinet’s studies became the basis for UN texts against impunity, most notably the International Convention Against Enforced Disappearances. In addition, he participated in the creation of the Working Group Against Arbitrary Detention at the former Human Rights Commission (currently the Human Rights Council). The film documents the life of Mr Joinet, from his time as a social worker in France to his position as Special Rapporteur for Haiti for the United Nations. “Besides the story of the evolution of human rights, a strong life lesson is told here.” (La Croix). “A touching film describing the achievements of the man and his ideas.” (Le Nouvel'obs). The film was followed by a Q&A, with:
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