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United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)
The Human Rights Council is an intergovernmental body within the United Nations system made up of 47 States responsible for the promotion and protection of all human rights around the globe. It has the ability to discuss all thematic human rights issues and situations that require its attention throughout the year. The UNHRC investigates potential international human rights violations and examines them on a case-by-case basis. The Council also makes resolutions to help limit human rights violations and uphold the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Addressing Internet Censorship and Digital Rights Violations in Theocratic Authoritarian States and Dictatorships: Iran Vs. North Korea
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Addressing the Rights of Migrants Stranded at the US-Mexico Border
