‘Human rights is a beautiful system of values...that’s what you’re working for’ - A conversation with Manfred Nowak, international human rights law professor and former UN mandate holder

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Human Rights Pulse - The Passion Factor (Pursuing a Career in Human Rights)

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In this podcast series, we interview human rights professionals from around the world about their careers; their journeys; the ups and downs; and the challenges they have faced during their careers. The guests will offer invaluable advice about working in human rights and practical steps you can take to prepare for a future career in the field. The podcast is hosted by Vicki Prais - an independent human rights consultant with over 20 years of experience in the industry.

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‘Human rights is a beautiful system of values...that’s what you’re working for’ - A conversation with Manfred Nowak, international human rights law professor and former UN mandate holder

Human Rights Pulse - The Passion Factor (Pursuing a Career in Human Rights)

1 hour 4 minutes 27 seconds

4 years ago

‘Human rights is a beautiful system of values...that’s what you’re working for’ - A conversation with Manfred Nowak, international human rights law professor and former UN mandate holder

Manfred Nowak is Secretary General of the Global Campus of Human Rights in Venice, Professor of International Human Rights at Vienna University and Director of the Vienna Master of Arts in Human Rights. He is now the Director of the newly established and world-wide unique Master program in Applied Human Rights at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna.

He has served in various expert functions, including as UN Expert on enforced disappearances (1993-2006), UN Special Rapporteur on Torture (2004-2010), judge at the Human Rights Chamber for Bosnia and Herzegovina (1996-2003) and Vice Chairperson of the EU Fundamental Rights Agency (2013-2018).

Manfred has held various senior academic positions at a number of institutions in Europe and North America (Stanford University, Palo Alto).

We discuss Manfred’s own human rights journey, the value of international experience, how to break into the UN (tip - start in the field!), life as a former UN Special Rapporteur on Torture (18 hour days!) and his career highlights. We also discuss self-care and safety in conflict zones and the value of mentorship.