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Check out the latest blog. Author: Ms Kasturi Pathak BBA. LL. B student School of Law & Public Policy Avantika University #lawcolloquy #WarCrimes #law #blog #legalblog #research #FacebookPage #linkedIn https://lnkd.in/djxsZDSX

The mother of all int’l criminal law handbooks is out! It was an honour and great pleasure to work with Darryl Robinson , Sergey Vasiliev and Valerie Oosterveld and to dedicate this 5th edition to our dear friend Prof Rob Cryer whose memory and work lives on. #internationallaw #ICC

Had a very fruitful discussion on my research with the esteemed Professor Richard Ashby Wilson at the University of Connecticut, School of Law in the US today. As a prominent legal anthropologist and expert in International Criminal Law, Professor Wilson's feedback has been incredibly insightful towards a deeper understanding of the role of history in international criminal justice. It is a rare privilege, indeed, to have the chance to engage directly with a scholar whose theoretical framework is so central to my own work. Praise GOD. Thank you so much, Professor Wilson, for your time and invaluable insights, and the kind gesture of a ride to the bus station. #internationalcriminallaw #MyCityUni #CityUniversityLondon #UConnLaw #internationalcriminalcourt

I come from a family that is deeply rooted in the legal profession. Since my childhood, I was always aware of the law's transformative power. However, it wasn't until a close friend faced wrongful accusations that I truly understood my purpose. This event sparked my passion for criminal law, highlighting its core mission: to defend the defenseless. For me, criminal law goes beyond courtroom battles. It’s about giving a voice to those who can't speak for themselves and protecting the vulnerable. I firmly believe that everyone deserves a fair defense, no matter their situation. Recognizing that justice transcends national boundaries, I joined the European Criminal Bar Association (ECBA) early in my career. This photo is from my first ECBA conference. Attending my first ECBA conference was a turning point, showing me the vast potential of international cooperation in criminal justice. This experience solidified my commitment to viewing justice as a global pursuit. To my peers in the legal field: What drove you to choose your path in law? Let’s continue to expand the horizons of justice together. #CriminalLaw #LegalJourney #GlobalJustice #ECBA #LawProfession

🌍✨ International Law is thriving at Georgetown. Here's a picture of the Georgetown Law contingent at April's annual meeting of the American Society of International Law (ASIL) alongside the keynote speaker, Justice Rosie Abella, former Justice of the Canadian Supreme Court. This gathering marked the end of Professor Gregory Shaffer's tenure as ASIL President. Student leaders from The Georgetown Journal of International Law co-led a panel at the ASIL meeting and a total of thirteen Georgetown faculty and students spoke at the Annual Meeting. ASIL's Executive Director, Michael Cooper, is a Georgetown Law grad. Learn more about our comprehensive international law curriculum and our vibrant community of faculty, students, and alumni: https://bit.ly/4bayyrA #GeorgetownLaw #InternationalLaw #ASIL2024

Today marks the launch of a new symposium I co-convened with Barrie Sander for the Journal of International Criminal Justice: *Contemporary International Criminal Law (ICL) After Critique* At a moment where structural critiques that question the underlying assumptions of ICL have become increasingly normalised in the field, our symposium reflects on avenues for engaging with the field of ICL in this period ‘after critique’ – whether through tactical interventions that seek to resist State crimes of the Global North, expanding ICL to accommodate new online harms, critiquing visual advocacy in efforts to criminalize ecocide, or building an abolition movement for ICL. The full list of papers can be found below: My paper with Barrie Sander: *Contemporary International Criminal Law After Critique: Towards Decolonial and Abolitionist (Dis-)Engagement in an Era of Anti-Impunity* https://lnkd.in/ea65uMYz Natalie Hodgson: *Resisting the State Crimes of the Global North: Exploring the Potential of International Criminal Law* https://lnkd.in/epMXxTj9 Sarah Zarmsky: *Is International Criminal Law Ready to Accommodate Online Harm? Challenges and Opportunities* https://lnkd.in/eBvK5nD4 Daniel Bertram and George Hill: * Polar Bears and Gavels: Visual Advocacy in the Criminalization of Ecocide* https://lnkd.in/e_T8nsHr Sophie Rigney: *Building an Abolition Movement for International Criminal Law?” https://lnkd.in/eEZs4wdk The symposium arose from a workshop we convened as part of the ESIL Interest Group on International Criminal Justice at the European Society of International Law Annual Conference in Utrecht in 2022. We would like to thank our co-convenors and all participants at the workshop, all contributors to the journal symposium, and the editors of JICJ for helping bring the symposium to fruition. Stay tuned for a follow-up blog symposium that will further engage with these themes in September!

Great to see our new JICJ symposium published: ✨ Contemporary International Criminal Law (ICL) After Critique ✨ At a time when critiques focused on questioning the underlying assumptions of ICL have become increasingly normalised within the field, our symposium reflects on what avenues exist for engaging ICL in this moment 'after critique'. In our opening paper, we identify three possibilities: 1️⃣ continued critical engagement, centred on a commitment to revealing and detailing silenced and marginalized experiences and methods within the field itself; 2️⃣ tactical and strategic engagement, which points to the ways in which actors choose to engage with imperfect legal frameworks for particular struggles; 3️⃣ decolonial and abolitionist (dis-)engagement which takes as its point of departure the rejection of both colonial and carceral logics per se, especially in light of their historical and persisting patterns of patriarchal and racialized domination. It's been amazing working with Michelle Burgis-Kasthala to develop this project. Major thank you to all symposium contributors, European Society of International Law workshop participants, and the editors of the JICJ. A blog symposium further engaging with these themes will follow later this year. Our introductory paper can be accessed below: https://lnkd.in/dfW4zigg Leiden University College The Hague Leiden University - Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs Leiden University

In our recent spotlight, Funmi Oguns ’26 shares how the Vanderbilt in Venice program shaped her approach to international law and legal education. With a background in Global Health (MPH), she reflects on gaining practical insights and a comparative perspective that will fuel her career in law. “My favorite course, Transnational Litigation, taught by Professor Ingrid Brunk, stood out as a highlight of my academic experience." Read Funmi’s full reflection here: https://ow.ly/yXY350Tnlr1

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I am thrilled to announce the publication of my latest article titled "Advancements and Challenges in International Criminal Law: Pursuing Accountability for Mass Atrocities" in the International Journal of Legal Studies and Social Sciences. In this piece, I delve into the significant progress made in international criminal law, examining how the global community has strengthened mechanisms to hold perpetrators of mass atrocities accountable. Additionally, I explore the ongoing challenges that hinder the pursuit of justice on an international scale, offering insights and potential solutions to these complex issues. This article is particularly close to my heart, highlighting the critical importance of justice and accountability in maintaining international peace and security. I hope it sparks meaningful discussions and contributes to the ongoing efforts to enhance the efficacy of international criminal law. I extend my gratitude to the editorial team of the *International Journal of Legal Studies and Social Sciences* for their support and for providing a platform to share this important work. You can read the full article [here] https://lnkd.in/giM_dSEm . #InternationalLaw #CriminalJustice #LegalStudies #Accountability #MassAtrocities #Publication #Research #Law #HumanRights #Justice

In this piece, Harold Hongju Koh discusses the Yale School of International Law and its focus in the next phase of the twenty-first century. This is part of the Yale Journal of International Law’s 50th Anniversary Conference: Celebrating the Work of W. Michael Reisman. https://lnkd.in/eCWm7ZZu