Globalizing social justice : the role of non-government organizations in bringing about social change

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Globalizing social justice : the role of non-government organizations in bringing about social change

by Jeffrey Atkinson and Martin Scurrah ; with Jeannet Lingán, Rosa Pizarro and Catherine Ross

(International political economy series)

Palgrave Macmillan, 2009

  • : hbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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A study of the international NGO advocacy for social and environmental justice, it looks at the fundamental issues of legitimacy, accountability and democracy that such activities involve and how they are manifested. It presents case studies on trade issues, labour rights, extractive industries and indigenous people in Asia and South America.

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Foreword Preface Acknowledgements Explanation of Terms Used Glossary Types and Tactics Challenges and Questions Oxfam and its Global Campaign On Trade Case Study - Garment Workers in Sri Lanka Case Study - Trade and Agriculture in India Oxfam's Global Extractive Industries Campaigning Case Study - Natural Gas Project in Peru Case Study - Jobs and Health in Peru Legitimacy, Accountability and Voice Conclusions Notes Bibliography Index

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