As part of the Worldwide in New York Series, the United Nations University Office at the UN, New York (UNU-ONY) is organizing a book launch event entitled Human Rights Regimes in the Americas.Human Rights Regimes in the Americas, co-edited by Mónica Serrano and Vesselin Popovski, published by United Nations University Press in 2010, 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 regional and domestic human rights regimes, highlighting particular obstacles, successful approaches and strategies.With the Worldwide in New York Series, the United Nations University Office at the UN, New York, as part of its mandate, showcases the recent work of UNU Research and Training Centers/Programs (UNU-RTC/Ps) from around the world. In conjunction with other experts from different organizations, UNU researchers share new ideas and highlight new policy avenues in the areas of security, environment and development. Less