C. Principal matters of concern and recommendations Discrimination and violence on the grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity 8. The Committee is concerned that the existing anti-discrimination legal framework does not explicitly prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. It is also concerned about impunity for reported acts of: (a) […]
The ICJ conducted a research mission to Azerbaijan on 20-23 June, to assess the situation of lawyers in the country, in light of concerns about recent criminal and disciplinary proceedings against lawyers. (more…)
The ICJ today made an oral statement at the United Nations, on threats to the independence of lawyers in Azerbaijan. (more…)
The ICJ today expressed concern at the disbarment proceedings against lawyer Muzaffar Bakhishov that are taking place before the Narimanov district court. (more…)
The ICJ welcomes the release of human rights lawyer Intigam Aliyev today after the Supreme Court reduced and suspended his sentence and ordered his immediate release. (more…)
The ICJ submitted a third-party intervention in the case of Bagirov v Azerbaijan before the European Court of Human Rights. (more…)
