rightsmaking
Rightsmaking is a term used in legal and political philosophy to describe the process by which rights are created, established, and recognized. It is distinct from the idea of discovering pre-existing, natural rights. Instead, rightsmaking suggests that rights are social constructs, forged through human interaction, agreements, laws, and social movements. This perspective emphasizes the active role societies and individuals play in shaping their entitlements and protections.
Theories of rightsmaking often explore the mechanisms through which rights come into being. These can include
Different philosophical traditions offer varying accounts of rightsmaking. Some emphasize the role of social contract theory,