BRIEF

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While sport has historically brought people together, large-scale sporting events often run the risk of human rights violation. International sports organizations have come under scrutiny a number of times for their role in human rights violations committed by countries that are granted host status. Also of relevance are aspects of athletes’ human rights, especially those of child athletes, including issues of inclusion, sexual assault, and doping, among others.

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With the Tokyo Olympics scheduled to take place in 2021, and the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar mired in controversy due to human rights concerns, there is no better time to address the human rights aspects of mega-sporting events. 

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KEY ISSUES DISCUSSED

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• Human rights violations in mega-sporting events

• Implementation of obligations by sports’ governing bodies

• The responsibility of host countries in upholding rights

• The role of sponsors, broadcasters, and other stakeholders in addressing human rights violations

• Human Rights Due Diligence and Applicable Standards

• Redressal mechanisms for victims

• The Way Forward