Events and Announcements: 20 October 2024

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Calls for Papers

Human Rights Essay Award (HREA): The Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law at American University Washington College of Law in the United States, extends a formal Call for Papers for the 2025 Human Rights Essay Award (HREA). The submission deadline for this Award is set for February 3rd, 2025, at 11:59 PM (EST). The topic for the 2025 Award is “Human Trafficking and Human Rights.” Entrants are granted the liberty to select any aspect within this thematic domain for their essays; however, it is imperative that the content of the submissions directly addresses the specified topic. Noteworthy is the Academy’s perspective that international human rights law encompasses international humanitarian law and international criminal law. Submissions deviating from the prescribed thematic scope will be disqualified.

The Academy is set to recognize excellence by awarding two winners—one for essays submitted in English and another for those in Spanish. The accolade includes a full tuition scholarship to the 2025 Program of Advanced Studies on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, offering choices between the Diploma or Certificate of Attendance options. Travel, housing, and per diem living expenses are not covered. Scheduled to unfold from May 26 to June 13, 2025, the program promises a comprehensive exploration of human rights and humanitarian law. Moreover, the most outstanding essays stand the chance of being featured in the American University International Law Review, renowned for its wide-ranging and pertinent academic content. With a submission deadline of February 3rd, 2025, the competition invites participation from legal professionals worldwide, exclusively open to individuals who have already obtained their first law degree. For further details or inquiries, interested parties are encouraged to visit the official website here or contact the organizers via email at humanrightsessay@wcl.american.edu. Stay updated by following the Academy on social media at @acadhumanrights.

Junior Scholars Conference: The Center for International and Comparative Law at the University of Michigan is hosting an upcoming Junior Scholars Conference, which will be held on April 25-26, 2025, in Ann Arbor, MI, USA. The deadline for abstract submissions is January 5, 2025. We are accepting abstract submissions from pre-tenure track faculty, as well as Ph.D. and S.J.D. candidates, in law and related fields. This conference offers a valuable opportunity for junior scholars to present their research, engage with peers, and receive feedback from senior faculty. Thematic panels will be organized, and each presenter will benefit from the insights of faculty commentators. For more information on the submission process and conference details, please refer to the Junior Scholars Conference website. 

NLIU-CRIL Journal of International Law and Policy: The NLIU-CRIL Journal of International Law and Policy invites submissions for Volume IV, open to original and unpublished manuscripts in various categories such as long articles, short articles, case studies, and book reviews, with specific word limits for each. The journal, which undergoes a double-blind peer review, focuses on diverse areas within international law. Manuscripts should adhere to the OSCOLA Citation Standard, and co-authorship is allowed for up to two authors.Submissions must be accompanied by a 250–300-word abstract and formatted according to specified guidelines, including font and spacing. The deadline for submission is December 15, 2024 (11:59 PM, Indian Standard Time), and submissions are only accepted via a designated Google Form. For further details, please visit here. In case of any queries, please reach out to us at cril@nliu.ac.in.

NLR Blog: The NLIU Law Review is the flagship journal of the National Law Institute University, Bhopal. It is a peer-reviewed academic law journal, published biannually by the students of the University. NLIU Law Review is now accepting submissions of manuscripts for publication under the NLR Blog launched under its aegis. The NLR Blog does not restrict itself to any particular area of law and welcomes contributions from all branches of law, as long as the work is relevant, up to date and original. Manuscripts on any topic of contemporary legal relevance within the word limit of 1000-1500 words are welcome on a rolling basis. All submissions are to be made through the Google form available at our website. Authors are requested to strictly adhere to the Submission Guidelines. In case of any query related to the NLIU Law Review, please reach out to us at nlrblog@nliu.ac.in or to Tanvi Agrawal (Editor-in-Chief) +91 70002 77414 or Nikhil Bhargava (Deputy Editor-in-Chief) +91 99835 43621.

Events

TwoLaW – Lecture Series on the Laws of War: On 22 October 2024, from 6-7 pm CET, Professor Janina Dill (Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford) will give the next lecture of the TwoLaw – Lecture Series on the Laws of War. The topic of the lecture is “International Law in Gaza: Belligerent Intent & Provisional Measures” and focusses on the following doctrinal questions: How to conceptualize belligerent intent and evaluate international courts’ early-stage engagement with ongoing conflict. It will also explore the significance of the ICJ’s indication of provisional measures in South Africa v. Israel. Please send an email to Jessica.oheim@student.uni-tuebingen.de to register. The Zoom link and login data will be sent to those registered ahead of the event.

Two-Day International Webinar on the Intricacies of Military Artificial Intelligence and International Humanitarian Law through the Lens of Precautionary Principles: Join us for a pivotal Two-Day International Webinar on “The Intricacies of Military Artificial Intelligence and International Humanitarian Law through the Lens of Precautionary Principles,” organized by the University of Nairobi Law School, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and partner institutions from Brazil and India. This free virtual event, taking place on December 21-22, 2024, aims to explore the profound implications of AI in military contexts, particularly regarding compliance with International Humanitarian Law (IHL). Key themes will include the ethical challenges of autonomous weapons, the accountability of states for AI-related actions, and the risk of algorithmic bias in military decision-making. This forum invites law professors, IHL specialists, and legal scholars to contribute their insights and collaborate on developing solutions that uphold the principles of humanity in warfare. Do not miss the opportunity to engage in crucial discussions that could shape the future of military AI governance. Register by December 10, 2024, to secure your participation! For more information, visit the Registration Link.