Mega-events such as the World Cup and the Olympic Games threatens the housing rights of hundreds of thousands globally.
COHRE's research has found that projects adopted in preparation for the Games often result in extensive human rights violations – in particular the right to adequate housing.
COHRE has written several reports on the impact of mga-events on housing rights, including Multi-Stakeholder Guidelines on Mega-Events and the Protection and Promotion of Housing Rights. The Guidelines provide a framework for organisers of mega-events to follow, and affirm that mega-events (and the development that accompanies them) can be used to enhance housing conditions and promote housing rights.
To access all COHRE reports on mega-events, please see below.
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