May 27, 2022 | News, Publications
In a briefing paper released today, the International Commission of Jurists points out that, “while new digital technology may be helpful for the protection of human rights, it also carries real and potential negative impact on the enjoyment of human rights”. This paper aims to contribute to the understanding of the international human rights legal framework applicable to the design, development and use of new digital technologies.
Apr 13, 2022 | Advocacy, Non-legal submissions
Today, the ICJ addressed the World Health Organization (WHO) Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (“INB”) for the Pandemic Treaty during its public consultations on the substantive elements of this instrument. While welcoming the INB’s decision to hold such public hearings, we recommend that it dramatically widen and extend its efforts to ensure public participation.
Apr 12, 2022 | News
Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (“INB”) for the Pandemic Treaty begins a two day public hearing on the substantive elements that should be included in the treaty which has begun negotiating this year. A new briefing published today by the informal Civil Society Alliance for Human Rights (“Alliance”), of which the ICJ is a member, raises substantial concerns about the nature and participatory range of public consultations proposed by the INB.
Dec 8, 2021 | Advocacy, News
On 8 December 2021, ICJ alongside 20 other civil society organisations sent a letter to Frances Haugen, the former Facebook employee who spoke out about the tech giant’s business model and the problems it raises for human rights, inviting her to speak and exchange ideas with us. We believe that engaging with civil society is crucial in order to find solutions that work for businesses and individuals alike.
Aug 19, 2021 | News, Non-legal submissions
ICJ along with 155 civil society organizations and 26 independent experts worldwide call on states to implement an immediate moratorium on the sale, transfer and use of surveillance technology.