Manual on the wearing of religious symbols in public areas /
Evans, Malcolm D.(Malcolm David),1959-
Council of Europe.
Strasbourg : Council of Europe Pub.,
c2009.
This manual explores how the European Convention on Human Rights relates to the freedom of thought, conscience and religion. It identifies the key concepts which can be found in the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights and examines the role and responsibilities of both state and citizen. The central issue addressed is the wearing of religious symbols in public areas. For this purpose, the author first looks at a number of topics, including the 'visibility' of religions and beliefs in the public sphere, and the notion of 'wearing religious symbols'. The questions policy makers need to ask when addressing issues concerning the wearing of religious symbols are then listed. Finally, the manual seeks to apply these principles and approaches to a number of key areas such as state employment, schools and universities, the private sector and the criminal justice system.--Publisher's description.
This manual explores how the European Convention on Human Rights relates to the freedom of thought, conscience and religion. It identifies the key concepts which can be found in the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights and examines the role and responsibilities of both state and citizen. The central issue addressed is the wearing of religious symbols in public areas. For this purpose, the author first looks at a number of topics, including the 'visibility' of religions and beliefs in the public sphere, and the notion of 'wearing religious symbols'. The questions policy makers need to ask when addressing issues concerning the wearing of religious symbols are then listed. Finally, the manual seeks to apply these principles and approaches to a number of key areas such as state employment, schools and universities, the private sector and the criminal justice system.--Publisher's description.
General introduction -- The freedom of thought, conscience and religion : an introduction -- The key concepts emerging from the practice of the European Court of Human Rights -- The role and responsibilities of the state -- The role and responsibilities of individuals and religious communities -- The wearing of religious symbols in public areas : definitional issues -- The wearing of religious symbols : application of the principles identified -- The approach in action : areas of practical application.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"May 2009"-- T.p. verso.
Freedom of religion
Clothing and dress
Clothing and dress
Costume
Religion
Liberté religieuse (Droit international)
Religion
Droits de l'homme (Droit international)
Droits de l'homme (Droit international)
Symbolisme religieux