The conference will look at the interface between corruption and human rights, with particular reference to corruption and human rights violations as drivers of the Arab Spring. Topics include understanding the Arab Spring and prospects for reform; the role of non-judicial initiatives such as the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative in promoting good governance and transparency; international interventions including asset freezing and asset recovery; the importance of social networks in the uprisings...The closing date for registration is Friday 6 January 2012.