Latvia’s planned withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention – a setback for the human rights of women and girls
Latvia should not proceed with its planned withdrawal from the Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence (the “Istanbul Convention”), the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) said today. On 30 October...
EU: Experts highlight the need to address inequality and expand alternatives to child pre-trial detention in criminal proceedings
On 27 October 2025, the International Commission of Jurists held a webinar for prosecutors and law enforcement personnel, focusing on combating systemic discrimination and expanding alternatives to pre-trial detention for children in criminal justice systems.
The event brought together experts and practitioners to discuss how inequality is embedded within existing systems and how a child-centred, rights-based approach can drive meaningful reform. Participants highlighted that children in conflict with the law are often treated as individual offenders rather than as young people affected by broader social and economic inequalities such as poverty, exclusion, and limited access to education.
Statement on Situation of Persons with Disabilities in Africa by the International Commission of Jurists and African Disability Forum to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights
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Thailand: One year on, still no statute of limitations reform in Tak Bai massacre case
Tomorrow, 25 October 2025, marks one year since the statute of limitations expired in the Tak Bai massacre case, effectively closing the door to any further criminal prosecution in Thailand and allowing the perpetrators to get off scot-free. Yet, the Thai authorities...
UNDESA JOINT SIDE EVENT: Redefining Justice Now – Ending Disability based Exclusion Through Inclusive Systems and Community Living
Panel at the UN Second World Summit for Social Development hosted by UNDESA & the Government of Qatar 4 November, 2025 in Doha, Qatar Time: 11:30am – 12:45pm (Qatar Local Time) Venue: Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), Doha, Qatar (Room 12) ...Recent News
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