International Conference to Commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Genocide in Rwanda

🌍 June Marks to Speak on Extradition and Genocide Prosecution at International Law Conference 🌍

We are excited to share that June Marks, LLD candidate at UNISA and esteemed member of June Stacey Marks Attorneys, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming International Conference to Commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Genocide in Rwanda. This significant event is hosted by the African Centre for Transnational Criminal Justice at the Faculty of Law, University of the Western Cape.

📅 Date: 6-8 May 2024

📍 Location: University of the Western Cape

Presentation Overview: June's presentation, titled "The Importance of Extradition in the Effective Prosecution of Genocide Cases in Rwanda," will delve deeply into the complexities of international legal frameworks that govern extradition and their critical impact on the prosecution of genocide. She will explore several key areas:

• Extradition as a Tool for Justice: Discussing how extradition serves as a fundamental mechanism for ensuring that suspects of genocide are brought to justice, regardless of their location.
• Challenges in Extradition to Rwanda: Examining the obstacles within Rwanda’s legal system, including issues related to fair trial standards, judiciary independence, and the use of evidence obtained through coercion.
• International Cases and Precedents: Analyzing significant international legal cases where extradition was denied based on concerns over Rwanda’s ability to provide a fair trial, and how these decisions influence global human rights practices.
• Impact on Genocide Prevention: Considering the broader implications of extradition processes on the deterrence and prevention of genocide, focusing on ensuring both justice for victims and the protection of human rights for the accused.

Conference Theme: This year’s theme, "Genocides as Critical Junctures: In Search of an African Vision of International Criminal Justice," invites a reflective exploration of genocide from an African legal perspective, aiming to foster a dialogue that will shape future policies and practices in international criminal justice.

💬 We encourage all attendees and those interested in international law and human rights to connect with June at the conference to further discuss these crucial issues.

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