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Can animals be said to have dignity? Can we speak of rights for non-human species? What impact does this theory have in Uruguay and the world? What legal implications could the recognition of these types of theories have? This research aims to answer these questions, in order to assert the concept of human rights solely attributable to individuals of the human species, but not in contradiction with the need to provide protection to other species. This article studies the legal status of animals, how protection of non-human species is provided in comparative law and Uruguayan law, and what pending challenges and issues that require attention from competent authorities are. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This scientific article is a continuity of the research developed by Adjunct Professor Dr. Cecilia Baroni (2019) on her doctoral thesis "Una historia de locos: Aportes de Radio Vilardevoz al proceso de desmanicomialización en Uruguay (1997 - 2017)". This investigation attempts to inquire about the contribution of the social organization "Frente Antimanicomial" during the 2019-2021 period to the field of mental health in relation to social movements and psychology. The qualitative research was accomplished by systematizing and carrying out a documentary analysis of all the actions done by the organization in the period of time previously mentioned, using as documentation public announcements, talks, workshops and film forums carried out by the organization and press releases. It aims to achieve the understanding of the process of deinstitutionalization in Uruguay and give recognition to social movements' roles. This study makes the situation visible regarding Mental Health policies, which have also undergone the coronavirus pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper presents the results of the research on the principle of equality in the jurisprudence of the Supreme Court of Justice of Uruguay developed by a group of professors and students of Constitutional Law at the Universidad Católica del Uruguay. The research analyzed 360 sentences issued by the Uruguayan Supreme Court of Justice in unconstitutionality processes, between the years 2012 and 2021. The study does a particular consideration on issues that are important both on the treatment and on the development of application of equal principle, on the use of legal tools to resolve cases ("triple test" or proportionality principle), also on the invocation and application of the non-discrimination principle, among other current issues. The research shows a favorable development in such matters, and a shortcoming in others, being its attention relevant due to the significance that this principle has for the Rule of Law. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article analyzes the relationship between the environment, human rights, and the judicial process in Uruguay. It highlights the existence of a legally and constitutionally supported human right to a healthy environment. Relevant cases of comparative law are mentioned, emphasizing the importance of having trained judges to protect this right. The principles of environmental law, such as prevention and citizen participation, as well as environmental impact assessment and sustainable development, are also discussed. The protection of the environment in the Uruguayan Constitution is mentioned, and Article 47, which establishes the protection of the environment as a general interest and creates a mixed legal situation for inhabitants in relation to environmental protection, is analyzed. The article discusses the importance of international cooperation in the field of the environment, mentioning the existence of non-binding and binding legal instruments in international environmental law. The conferences and resolutions of the UN related to the environment are also highlighted, as well as the Sustainable Development Goals established in the 2030 Agenda. The importance of conferences on climate change, such as COP1997 in Kyoto and the Paris Agreement, is mentioned. Additionally, the protection of the environment in Uruguay, the responsibility of the State in its preservation, and the existence of an environmental public order are addressed. Judicial cases related to activities causing negative environmental impacts and the need to demonstrate the damage caused to take legal action are mentioned. A lawsuit filed by the company SALUS against the State of Uruguay for authorizing mining activities that could harm its natural water source is also mentioned. The article highlights the importance of environmental law, the relationship between human rights and the environment, and the need for adequate legislation for collective processes in environmental matters. Additionally, a list of bibliographic references related to the topic is provided. [Extracted from the article]

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