Virginia Mantouvalou

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Virginia Mantouvalou is a leading scholar at the intersection of labour law, human rights, and legal philosophy. Her research critically examines the normative foundations of work, asking whether contemporary labour conditions—such as precarious, automated, or degrading forms of employment—violate fundamental human rights and capabilities. In her highly regarded work, including “Work, Human Rights, and Human Capabilities” (2019), she provocatively questions whether “working like a robot” should be legally prohibited, drawing on human rights frameworks and the capabilities approach to argue for a richer, more humane conception of work. Her contributions have reshaped debates on the content and dignity of labour, influencing both legal theory and policy. With over 25 citations on this paper alone and a growing body of influential publications, Mantouvalou’s impact extends across human rights law, labour law, and social justice scholarship. She is also known for her work on modern slavery, human trafficking, and the legal protection of vulnerable workers, making her a vital voice in efforts to reimagine work as a site of human flourishing rather than mere exploitation.