Introduction
With regards to the statement made by Jack Donnelly, the human rights regime is as a result of globalization. The ideology of social, political and economic stability has been widely spread to a number of nations all across the world. the fight for human rights and equality has also followed the same trend. For many centuries, human beings have been living in civilizations that are characterised with oppression and inequality.
This was especially so in traditional societies and early civilization. As a result, it was only the rich, the powerful and the elite who enjoyed the powers and privileges of the community at the expense of the less fortunate individuals in the society. With regards to this, only a small portion of the community enjoyed the full benefit of the society at the expense of the entire population.
However, since the 15th century, a lot of changes have taken place. More individuals have become enlightened and hence fought for their rights and freedom. This process started during the enlightenment period in the 15th and 16th century in Europe and quickly spread around to North America, Asia and finally it became a global phenomenon.
The resultant effects of this revolution during its early days were the Napoleonic wars in France, the division of the Roman Catholic Church, the independence of the United States and the abolition of slave trade. With this enlightenment, individuals wanted economic, social and political development in their states. At the same time, they wanted the rights and freedoms of all individuals to be respected.
At the present time, there are some states that exhibit high levels of democracy as compared to others. Due to this fact, the developed nations try to integrate their values, customs and procedures into the governments of developing nations. This has been done to ensure that strong political regimes have been put in place in the various states of the world.
As a result, there has been the establishment of international bodies that fight for the rights and freedoms of individuals at a global level. These include international courts, triburnals and committees. The main aim of these bodies is to ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected at an international level so as to achieve a global social, economical and political growth.
Problem Statement
The fight for human rights has come about as a result of globalization and the need for equality among individuals. With the current trends in the growth and development of the global approach of solving common issues that affect many states in the world, a lot of international bonds and treaties have been made.
This has been done to ensure that the welfare of all individuals in the world is taken care of at an international level. Government have found it easier to combat issues together as a team rather than as individuals. To fully explore on this issue, this study will focus on the humanitarian crisis that hit the horn of Africa mid this year as a result of food crisis and the reaction of the global community to the issue.
Theoretical Approach
The theory of protection of human dignity and life will be the main theory that will be tested in this study. It is part of human nature for an individual to care and have mercy for another individual, especially when the other party is in need of help and attention.
Another theory that will be tested is the theory of global sustainability. Man has worked hard for many years to ensure that he lives a comfortable life and creates a better environment for future generations. Due to this fact, governments have come together as a team to ensure that a social, political and economic growth of all states in the world. All these theories will be tested in the study.
Case Study
The case study of this project will be the horn of Africa, Somalia to be in particular. To collect relevant data for the study, secondary sources of information will be used. This will include the use of books, journals, media and other print materials.
This information will provide an overview of the issue at hand and the impact of other nations to alleviate it. Simple data analysis will be conducted from the data that will be collected and inferences and conclusions shall be made.