The 'Date Cuenta' campaign focuses on Latin America's historic opportunity to create a new financial system, one where the ultra-wealthy finally pay their fair share of taxes, paving the way to reduce inequality.
The 'Date Cuenta' campaign focuses
on Latin America's historic opportunity
to create a new financial system, one
where the ultra-wealthy finally pay
their fair share of taxes, paving
the way to reduce inequality.
The 'Date Cuenta' campaign focuses on Latin America's historic opportunity to create a new financial system, one where the ultra-wealthy finally pay their fair share of taxes, paving the way to reduce inequality.
Using Human Rights Law
to End Social & Economic Injustice
Together with partners around the world, we work to achieve
a world in which every person and community lives in dignity
and in harmony with nature.
We are constantly looking for innovative ways to advance social and economic justice, gender equality and human dignity.
We see our work as a cycle, an upward spiral of iterative and cumulative change in which local and global actions influence and benefit each other.
GI-ESCR’s Theory Of Change
We are a small and agile organisation. Our theory of change focuses on our capacity to shape the larger ecosystem that determines decision-making. GI-ESCR identifies concerns and issues that fall within our mandate and tools that add value.
On The Ground
Latest News
Public Education is a Right, Not a Commodity: Global Dialogue on Education and Privatisation
On 16 April, in line with our mission to challenge harmful narratives and defend public education against the growing threat of privatisation, we took part in the Political Learning Session on...
We Submitted a Contribution on Water and Energy to the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Water and Sanitation
We submitted a contribution to the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation, titled 'The Water and Energy Nexus: the Human Rights to Safe Drinking Water and...
Our Joint Submission to the UN Rapporteur on Climate and Human Rights Sheds Light on Fossil Fuels
We joined 24 other organisations in the Human Rights and Climate Change Working Group to contribute to 'Fossil Fuels-Fueled Loss and Damage, the Right to Remedy and the Polluter Pays Principle', a...
Launch of 'Women on the Frontlines of the Energy Transition: A Vision from Bikita, Zimbabwe'
On 9 April, at the foot of Hanyanya Mountain in rural Bikita, Zimbabwe, a powerful gathering brought together women from the Vatombe community, activists, researchers, and allies to launch our...
Our Submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Development Calls for Rights-Based, Public Financing
As part of our commitment to engaging with human rights mechanisms, we submitted a written contribution to the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Development’s upcoming report on 'Financing for...
Contribution to the Women and Gender Constituency Submission on the Gender Action Plan for COP30
We contributed to the submission presented by the Women and Gender Constituency (WGC), calling for a Gender Action Plan (GAP) at COP30 that confronts the rollbacks threatening environmental...
UN Human Rights Council Backs Resolution Linking Economic Policy and Human Rights
On 3 April, the UN Human Rights Council agreed, by consensus, to a resolution that places economic decision-making at the heart of states’ obligations to uphold economic, social and cultural rights....
Regional Push for Fiscal Justice at Key Progressive Retreat in Latin America
On 22 March, we played a central role in shaping discussions on fiscal justice and economic reform at the third annual meeting of Red Futuro (“Future Network”), a growing coalition of progressive...
New Briefing Calls for Urgent Shift Towards a Human Rights Economy
Seven organisations, including the Global Initiative for Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, have published a new briefing outlining the concept of a human rights economy and its importance in...
UN Committee Reiterates Concerns about the UK’s Financial Support to Private For-Profit, Low-Cost Private Education Project
The UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights has again raised significant concerns regarding the United Kingdom's approach to international development assistance, particularly...
Contribution to Special Rapporteur's Report on Fossil Fuel-Based Economy and Human Rights
We presented a submission addressing the human rights impacts of the fossil fuel-based economy to the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate...
We Supported CESCR in organising the 2025 Annual Meeting with Civil Society
In February 2025, the Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights held its 77th session Annual Meeting. Several civil society organisations participated during this session. The Committee...
Women's Rights
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We believe public services are essential for ensuring the enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights. We monitor the impacts of privatisation and commercialisation on these services, expose abuses when they occur, demand that those responsible are held accountable, and promote alternative arrangements aligned with human rights.
Our Work
Latest Publications
GI-ESCR’s Position Paper for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4)
This position paper presents our analysis and recommendations regarding the Zero Draft of the outcome document for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4). While the...
The Right Forum: A New Era in International Tax Cooperation
'The Right Forum: A New Era in International Tax Cooperation' highlights the negotiation of the United Nations Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation as a major shift away from...
Women on the Frontlines of the Extraction of Transition Minerals - A Vision for a Just Future in Bikita, Zimbabwe
This report examines the gendered impacts of lithium mining in Bikita, Zimbabwe, focusing on the Vatombe community of Hanyanya Mountain. It highlights the adverse effects of expanding lithium...
The UN Tax Convention: A Powerful Tool For Equality and Human Rights
The UN Tax Convention seeks to address global tax abuse, depriving nations of essential resources for public services and human rights. The framework aims to replace the OECD-dominated tax system...
Boosting Ambition Through International Obligations: The Added Value of Integrating Human Rights to the Climate Financing Discussion
This publication discusses the need to enhance climate financing by grounding it in international human rights obligations, especially economic, social, and cultural rights (ESCR). It underscores...
Review of Legal Frameworks and Recommendations for the Energy Transition: Brazil, Chile, Colombia & Mexico
This report presents a review of the current state of regulations and public policies for the energy transition in Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico. The report focuses on regulatory and public...
Legal Framework for the Energy Transition in Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico
The publication 'Legal Framework for the Energy Transition in Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico: Assessment of the Current Situation and Recommendations for a Fairer Future' presents a detailed...
Energy Transition Legal Framework in Mexico
The publication 'Energy Transition Legal Framework in Mexico' examines the country's legislative and regulatory framework supporting a transition to sustainable energy, highlighting the country’s...
Energy Transition Legal Framework in Chile
The publication 'Energy Transition Legal Framework in Chile' explores the country’s legal and policy framework for a fair and inclusive energy transition, rooted in commitments to climate justice,...
Energy Transition Legal Framework in Colombia
The publication 'Energy Transition Legal Framework in Colombia' provides an extensive overview of the nation’s efforts to develop a sustainable, inclusive energy transition rooted in both policy and...
Energy Transition Legal Framework in Brazil
The publication 'Energy Transition Legal Framework in Brazil' offers a comprehensive overview of Brazil’s legal landscape for energy transition, showcasing the country’s strong reliance on renewable...
The Pact for the Future and the UN Framework Convention on Tax Cooperation
This short publication examines the connections between the Pact for the Future, adopted at the recent Summit of the Future in New York, and the proposed UN Framework Convention on International Tax...
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Priority Areas
We identify concerns and issues and work on them, assembling evidence and arguments that lead to new narratives. Transformative narratives together with broad social coalitions have the power to strengthen the institutional human rights framework, influence public and institutional attitudes, and change thinking.
Most of our activities and programmes are intersectional and cross-cutting.
Public Services & Private actors
Strengthening ESC rights frameworks
Addressing the climate emergency
Public finance and Tax reform
Gender equality and women´s ESC rights
Public Services & Private actors
Public finance and Tax reform
Strengthening ESC rights frameworks
Gender equality and women´s ESC rights
Addressing the climate emergency
Where we are
With our partners, we think and act, globally and locally, where our work at one level is enriched by, and strengthens and supports, our work at other levels.
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If you enjoy our work, please consider making a donation!
No amount is too small. Your contribution will help us fight for transformative change to end endemic problems of social and economic injustice.
No amount is too small. Your contribution will help us fight for transformative change to end endemic problems of social and economic injustice.
Contact
We would like to hear about your concerns, initiatives and resources that we can help develop to establish economic, social and cultural rights as an essential point of reference for reforming the institutions that govern our societies.
Volunteering
We are always looking for volunteers. Whether you have a background in legal work, communications, translation or design, join the movement. To inquire about volunteering with us email: info@gi-escr.org
Partner with us
We value relationships and partnerships highly. They are at the core of GI-ESCR’s methodology and are critical to establishing and realising human rights.
