Team Leader: Michelle McKenna – Senior Fellow
Our research on global governance maintains a strong legal perspective in analysing major issues in international law, intergovernmental institutions and the International Criminal Court.
Team Leader: Michelle McKenna – Senior Fellow
Our research on global governance maintains a strong legal perspective in analysing major issues in international law, intergovernmental institutions and the International Criminal Court.
Sam Biden January 22, 2024 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles, Middle East and North Africa, The Policy Unit
As UNITAD approaches the conclusion of its mandate in 2024, the depth and breadth of its investigations into ISIL's crimes are evident. The relentless pursuit of justice is clear across key areas.
Read More »Sam Biden December 6, 2023 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles, The Policy Unit
The alarming rise in attacks on education during the reporting period of 2020-2021, documented by the GCPEA, demonstrates a critical need for renewed global attention and concerted efforts to protect educational institutions in conflict zones.
Read More »Sam Biden November 1, 2023 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles, Middle East and North Africa, The Policy Unit, Uncategorized
The joint application to the ICJ by Canada and the Netherlands, alongside the international efforts to bring Iranian and Syrian military officials to account for alleged war crimes at the ICC, mark significant steps toward achieving justice and accountability for the victims of the long-lasting Syrian conflict.
Read More »Oleksandra Zadesenets September 11, 2023 Europe, Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles
Considering the different political, historical, social and economic backgrounds of Cyprus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine, as well as the nature and dynamics of each conflict, it is tough to give a concrete answer as to whether the Cypriot experience applies to these cases.
Read More »Sam Biden September 4, 2023 Asia and Pacific, Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles
The IIMM is continuing to strengthen its relationships with key stakeholders and persist in expanding their already substantial evidence pile of war crimes.
Read More »Sam Biden July 3, 2023 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles, The Policy Unit
There are multiple groups of varying sizes involved in transhumance, attacks on herders as well as terrorist activity. Being able to accurately identify each group that may be involved is becoming increasingly difficult as the influx of violence continues to rise.
Read More »Oleksandra Zadesenets June 26, 2023 Europe, Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles
The significance of international condemnation concerning the repressions of Crimean Tatars and unlawful Russian actions cannot be overstated. There is an urgent need to shed light on these atrocities and gain international recognition to combat them, ensuring human rights adherence decisively.
Read More »Oleksandra Zadesenets June 1, 2023 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles
International law, like any other system, must evolve and adapt to the changing needs and challenges of the world. But it is important to remember that any changes must comply with the basic principles and goals on which international law is based.
Read More »Sam Biden May 26, 2023 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles, Middle East and North Africa, The Policy Unit
The case of Project NEOM exemplifies the need for greater scrutiny of the application of anti-terrorism laws, the protection of human rights and the fair administration of justice in Saudi Arabia.
Read More »Sam Biden March 28, 2023 Global Governance and Human Rights, Latest Articles, The Americas, The Policy Unit
The Peruvian government are holding onto the aged ideas of their 20th-century political and academic influences in what can only be described as a century-long path of exploitation, violence and ignorance.
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