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Profile Summary
Dr Koldo Casla is a Senior Lecturer in International Human Rights Law at the Essex Law School, University of Essex, and leads the Human Rights Local project at the Human Rights Centre. His work focuses on translating international human rights standards into practical local solutions, particularly in addressing poverty, social exclusion, and socio-economic rights.
Education & Appointments
- PhD in European and International Studies, King’s College London (2017)
- MA in International Studies, University of Denver (2011)
- LLB, University of the Basque Country (2008)
- Deputy Director of the Human Rights Centre Clinic (2020–present)
- Co-editor of Social Rights and the Constitutional Moment (2022) and The European Social Charter: A Commentary (2024)
Research Interests
Casla’s research spans economic, social, and cultural rights (ESCR), poverty reduction strategies, child protection systems, and housing rights. He emphasizes bridging international legal frameworks with grassroots activism, advocating for systemic change through projects like Human Rights Local, which partners with organizations such as ATD Fourth World and Amnesty International.
Key Projects
- Human Rights Local: Uses human rights to address poverty through localized advocacy and policy reform.
- Human Rights Centre Clinic: Supervises projects on corporate accountability, environmental justice, and child protection.
- UN Engagement: Contributed to submissions for UN reviews of UK compliance with the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Publications & Impact
Recent works include analyses of poverty’s impact on family rights, solidarity as a foundation for socio-economic rights, and the role of local governance in human rights implementation. His research frequently intersects with global challenges like the cost-of-living crisis and housing insecurity.
