The post WWII international framework witnessed the emergence of a set of liberal norms and values conceptualized today as the international human rights regime. Hopes for the effective functioning of such legal instruments at the international level are high; however the lack of universality in practice and the inherent difficulties of their implementation have increased the need for greater cooperation between coalitions active in this area to come together under a developed set of rules. In that sense, contemporary international law serves as a campaigning mechanism for the development and application of the process of achieving functioning universal human rights. Some of the main obstacles posed to the implementation of human rights are the economic interests and inequalities that permeate the international community. Therefore, any efforts at supporting international law must be accompanied by sustainable development through economic empowerment. In addition, issues of global justice must be incorporated in an integral way into the process in order to assure its positive progress and long term success. The Strasburg Conference on International Law & Human Rights will gather a broad range of stakeholders to explore and analyze these issues and to formulate joint strategies for immediate and future implementation, thus framing the future path of the human rights based approach as a basis of international law, global justice, and sustainable development. The Strasburg Conference will create and publish a proposal document that will be presented to world leaders and the international community. Conference Agenda The Conference will feature a variety of lectures, seminars, and panel discussions, providing participants the unique opportunity to engage in stimulating debate on the present and future challenges of the human rights based approach in transnational justice and sustainable development. Participants will also be invited to contribute to the development of creative solutions and recommendations to achieve a more equitable application of international law. The Conference will focus in particular on the following areas: Human Rights & International LawThe Integration of Human Rights into International Legal MechanismsInstitutional Dimensions of International Law & Political Obstacles to ImplementationReconciling Universal Jurisdiction & SovereigntyGlobal Justice in Safeguarding Human RightsThe Unequal Application of International LawReforming the International Legal SystemInternational Criminal Law - Achievements & Challenges for Human RightsHuman Rights & Sustainable DevelopmentEnsuring Equal Access to the Global EconomyGender & Economic EmpowermentThe Rule of Law as a Prerequisite for DevelopmentGood Governance & Democratic Participation for Inclusive DevelopmentCultural Diplomacy as a Facilitator of Sustainable Development