The Olympics and Human Rights: Lessons Learned from the Modern Games
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Cunningham, Kara Brady
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Cunningham, Kara Brady. 2022. The Olympics and Human Rights: Lessons Learned from the Modern Games. Master's thesis, Harvard University Division of Continuing Education.Abstract
The modern Olympic Games are a global phenomenon and a billion-dollar industry. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has maintained, since the inception of the Olympics in 1896, that the Games are an apolitical symbol of globalunity designed to make the world better through sport. However, throughout its 126-year history, the Games have been used by athletes, activists, nations, and the IOC itself to make political statements and engage in political negotiations. The highly visible nature of the Games, its mission of global betterment for all, and participation from all nations makes them uniquely situated to address human rights concerns in host cities, participating nations, and at the Games themselves.
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