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Book SynopsisThis is the first global and comparative study of litigation in which refugees seek protection from a place of ostensible 'refuge'. The book analyses jurisprudence from Africa, Europe, North America and Oceania from multi-disciplinary perspectives. Drawing on feminist theory, the book examines the role gender plays in these contentious judgments.
Trade Review'Protection from Refuge is a masterful study of litigation in refugees' journeys, vividly illustrating how demands for sanctuary inevitably reach well beyond mere survival. In doing so, Ogg's insightful contribution provides a critical rejoinder to recent pessimism about law in countering border violence. Her sophisticated work will therefore prove crucial both for theoretical scholars and for strategic practitioners.' Itamar Mann, Professor of Law, University of Haifa
'Kate Ogg's fascinating book opens our eyes to the challenges faced by refugees within countries of purported refuge, as their attempts to secure protection are thwarted in both a physical and a legal sense. It is a compelling and original contribution to refugee law scholarship.' Jane McAdam, Scientia Professor of Law, UNSW Law & Justice
'Challenging orthodox thinking, Ogg provides a unique study of the role played by different national courts along refugees' often precarious journeys. The rich material covered will make this volume indispensable to anyone working on accountability for refugee rights violations. Drawing on theory and concepts from a wide range of other disciplines Ogg further makes an important contribution to our understanding of the concept 'refuge'.' Thomas Gammeltoft-Hansen, Professor WSR in Migration and Refugee Law, University of Copenhagen
'Foregrounding the lived experiences of refugees, particularly women and girls, this readable and meticulously researched book explores judicial relief from places of 'refuge' such as refugee camps or so-called 'safe third countries'. The book is essential reading for policymakers, judges and other decision-makers, scholars and all who care about meaningful refugee protection.' Penelope Mathew, Dean of Law, Auckland Law School
Table of Contents1. Journeys in search of refuge; 2. Refuge as a concept and place; 3. Using human and refugee rights to resist encampment; 4. Using human rights law to travel in search of refuge in Europe; 5. Direct challenges to regional containment instruments; 6. Seeking refuge as a Palestinian refugee; 7. Resisting the prospect of refuge in an IDP camp; 8. Elusive refuge; Index.
