Human Rights Regimes in the Americas examines the complex role of human rights norms and standards in the region's progression, illustrating the evolution and impact of international conventions, laws and institutions. The chapters combine historical detail with a focus on present day challenges for the regional and domestic human rights regimes, highlighting particular obstacles, successful approaches and strategies. Taking the reader through cases in North, Central and South America, the volume provides a rich account of the evolving regional environment for rights protection and promotion, which will be of particular interest to scholars of politics, human rights and law, as well as policymakers and practitioners at all levels.