United Nations Thematic Human Rights Conventions
As well as the two overarching covenants the UN also has a number of more detailed thematic Human Rights Conventions member states can sign up to
Aims to eliminate racial discrimination and promote understanding among all races
Requires states to take measures to eliminate discrimination against women and ensure their enjoyment of human rights in various areas of life
Aims to prevent torture and other forms of ill-treatment around the world and prohibits states from sending a person to a country where they would be at risk of torture
Recognizes that children are entitled to the same human rights as adults and also establishes special rights for children, such as the right to express their views and have their best interests considered in decisions affecting them
Protects the rights of migrant workers and their families
Aims to prevent and criminalize enforced disappearances
Promotes, protects, and ensures the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities