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ECtHR: ICJ and partners intervene in two cases regarding pushbacks and collective expulsions of asylum seekers at EU-Belarus borders

ECtHR: ICJ and partners intervene in two cases regarding pushbacks and collective expulsions of asylum seekers at EU-Belarus borders

On 30 September 2024, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) and its partners intervened before the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in two cases related to the treatment of asylum seekers at the European Union’s borders with Belarus. Continue Reading ECtHR: ICJ and partners intervene in two cases regarding pushbacks and collective expulsions of asylum seekers at EU-Belarus borders

Joint Statement calling for the universal abolition of the death penalty

Joint Statement calling for the universal abolition of the death penalty

As representatives of the profession of lawyer in various parts of the world, committed to the promotion and protection of human rights and the rule of law, the undersigned organisations join voices in a unified call for the universal abolition of the death penalty, recognising the inherent dignity of every individual and the fundamental right to life. Continue Reading Joint Statement calling for the universal abolition of the death penalty

Tunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis

Tunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis

The Tunisian presidential election, held on 6 October 2024, failed to meet international standards on fairness and transparency, and to ensure Tunisians’ human right to take part in the conduct of public affairs and to be elected to public office, the International Commission of Jurists said today. On 7 October, the Electoral Commission (ISIE) announced that President Kaïs Saïed had been re-elected by 90.69% of the electorate on a turnout of 28%. Continue Reading Tunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis

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EU: The Model Bench Book on rights of persons with disabilities published today

EU: The Model Bench Book on rights of persons with disabilities published today

The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) and Validity have published the Model Disability Bench Book on the rights of persons with disabilities who are defendants in criminal proceedings. The Bench Book provides guidance to justice actors and State authorities on how to better ensure the protection of persons with disabilities’ rights in the context of criminal proceedings. Continue Reading EU: The Model Bench Book on rights of persons with disabilities published today

ICJ Annual Report 2023

ICJ Annual Report 2023

This Annual Report represents our comprehensive approach to enhancing global mechanisms for justice and accountability. Through a combination of advocacy at high-level international forums, contributions to treaty negotiations, and the fostering of strategic...

ICJ makes a submission on killings of LGBTIQ+ persons in response to a call by the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions

ICJ makes a submission on killings of LGBTIQ+ persons in response to a call by the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions

On 6 June, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) made a submission on the killing of LGBTIQ+ persons, in response to a call for inputs  by the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions. Continue Reading ICJ makes a submission on killings of LGBTIQ+ persons in response to a call by the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions

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