Research on security
The security issue gives rise to several complex questions, to which there is a need for the Danish Institute for Human Rights to contribute with research-based insights.
In Denmark, the authorities have been granted extended powers in the following domains: New criminal legislation has been passed, travel bans introduced, increased anti-radicalisation efforts in prisons implemented, municipality alert measures introduced, increased observation in schools and asylum centres, as well as surveillance, and an extension of the powers of PET – The Danish Security and Intelligence Service and FE – The Danish Defence Intelligence Service.
Similarly, the conditions in Danish prisons have been considerably tightened through legislative and administrative changes over the last few years in order to maintain order and discipline in prisons.
While the security agenda can be at odds with human rights, there is a rising awareness globally that respecting human rights can prevent terror and conflicts.
Research projects
The project looks into the reporting obligation in Danish schools as well as into the local government efforts against extremism.
Contact person: Peter Vedel Kessing
This project looks at state responsibility in joint military operations.
Contact person: Peter Vedel Kessing
The project analyses the use force and solitary confinement in Danish prisons and its human rights implications.
Contact person: Peter Vedel Kessing