Equality norms and the right to work: ICERD as a case study

In Chapter 5, the concept of limitations on rights was examined. Limitations must be reasonable and proportionate, and they should not be discriminatory. Non-discrimination norms may work to protect the right to work in other ways too, as refugees may argue that denial of work is a violation of equal protection norms, for example. This chapter explores equality for refugees and asylum-seekers, using ICERD as a case study.