HRC56: ICJ Statements on Belarus, Venezuela and Myanmar
Read the full ICJ statements at the 56th Session of the Human Rights Council here: ICJ OS – ID SR Belarus HRC 56 ICJ OS – ID HC Report Venezuela HRC 56 ICJ OS – ID SR Myanmar 56
Venezuela: Systematic failure by the Prosecution Office to tackle gross human rights violations brings about near total-impunity
In a report released today, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) evaluates the failure of Venezuela’s Public Prosecutor’s Office to address cases involving gross human rights violations amounting crimes under international criminal law. The report concludes...
The time is now for full Global Support towards a Treaty on Crimes Against Humanity
Photo by Tingey Injury Law Firm on Unsplash The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) stands united with a diverse coalition of more than 300 organizations and individuals from around the globe in issuing a call for States to adopt a procedure at the 79th session...
ICJ publishes a new set of legal principles to address the harmful human rights impact of unjustified criminalization of individuals and entire communities
Today, on International Women’s Day, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) launched a new set of legal principles elaborated by jurists for a human rights-based approach to criminal laws proscribing conduct associated with sex, reproduction, drug use, HIV, homelessness and poverty.
Recent News
Thailand: Three draft anti-SLAPP laws must deliver comprehensive protection23 Oct 2026
Egypt’s Matsda2sh case: end the crackdown on media workers with fake “terrorism” charges19 Oct 2026
Joint Letter: Addressing Human Rights Abuses During Vietnam’s To Lam’s Visit16 Oct 2026
Thailand: Judges have a critical role to play in combating and ensuring accountability for torture and enforced disappearance15 Oct 2026