Case Studies
Housing for Migrants and Refugees
Written on behalf of Mayors Migration Council
This report delves into the status of housing and human rights for migrants and refugees in cities around the world.
Spatial Planning and Human Rights (Palestine)
Written on behalf of Norwegian Refugee Council
Working with one of the largest humanitarian organizations in the world, Leilani authored three reports: two focused on planning for Palestinians in the West Bank and one Gaza Recovery and Reconstruction. These reports are used by donor States and NGOs to inform on the ground activities.
The Right to Housing of Indigenous Peoples
Written on behalf of the United Nations
This report contains guidance for States, indigenous authorities and other actors on how to ensure that their obligations under international human rights law regarding the right to housing are met in conformity with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
The Right to Housing for Residents of Informal Settlements
Written on behalf of the United Nations
This report examines the issue of the right to housing for residents of informal settlements and the commitment made by States to upgrade such settlements by 2030.
The Right to Adequate Housing of Persons with Disabilities
Written on behalf of the United Nations
The fundamental principles of a human rights-based approach to disability must be engaged to address the widespread human rights violations of persons with disabilities in their housing, and to realize their right to housing.
Housing Indigenous Peoples in Cities
Written on behalf of UN-Habitat
Leilani authored a book on the right to housing for Indigenous peoples across the world and a report on the way in which City governments can guarantee better housing outcomes for Indigenous peoples.
Indigenous People’s Right to Adequate Housing
Written on behalf of UN-Habitat
Leilani authored a book on the right to housing for Indigenous peoples across the world and a report on the way in which City governments can guarantee better housing outcomes for Indigenous peoples.