Cambridge University Press Non-Governmental Organisations in International Law: 43 (Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law, Series Number 43)

Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) play an increasing political role on the international scene, and their position in relation to international law is generally regarded as important but informal. Their actual legal status has not been the subject of much investigation. This 2006 book examines the legal status of NGOs in different fields of international law, with emphasis on human rights law. By means of a thorough examination and systematisation of international legal rules and practices, the rights, obligations, locus standi and consultative status of NGOs are explored. This study is placed within a wider discussion on the representation of groups in the international legal system. Lindblom argues, on the basis of a discourse model of international decision-making, that non-governmental organisation is an important form of public participation that can strengthen the flawed legitimacy of the state-centric system of international law. Review "Lindblom's treatise advances our understanding of NGO roles in promoting better international decision making and accountability." - Steve Charnovitz, On the Board of Editors, The American Journal of International Law Book Description The 2006 book explores the possibilities for the participation of NGOs in international law. About the Author Anna-Karin Lindblom of the Swedish Ministry of Justice is Special Adviser and Head of Group on in human rights issues with the Division for Demoncratic Issues.