Today, the confirmation of charges hearing in the case against Charles Blé Goudé (Blé Goudé) is commencing before Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Blé Goudé is a national of the Côte D’Ivoire who has been charged …
September 2014 issue of Legal Eye on the ICC now available I Le numéro de septembre 2014 de Panorama légal de la CPI maintenant disponible
Pour la version française, voir ci-dessous. The September 2014 edition of Legal Eye on the ICC is now available. This edition of the Legal Eye focuses on the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber’s decision to confirm all charges against Bosco Ntaganda, committing …
Change in Chambers’ Approach to Reparations in Katanga Case
On 27 August 2014, Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an order instructing the Registry to report on applications for reparations in the case against Germain Katanga (Katanga). Read the full statement by the Women’s Initiatives …
August 2014 issue of Women’s Voices now available I Le numéro de Août 2014 de Voix des femmes est maintenant disponible
Pour la version française, voir ci-dessous. The August 2014 issue of Women’s Voices is now available. In Women’s Voices we provide updates and analysis on political developments, the pursuit of justice and accountability, the participation of women in peace talks …
Women’s Initiatives seeks Legal Consultant
The Women’s Initiatives for Gender Justice is currently seeking candidates for a Legal Consultant. This is a temporary appointment for a 6-month period, with the possibility of extension. The Legal Consultant will be part of a small, highly efficient and …
July 2014 issue of Women’s Voices now available
The July 2014 issue of Women’s Voices is now available. In Women’s Voices we provide updates and analysis on political developments, the pursuit of justice and accountability, the participation of women in peace talks and reconciliation efforts from the perspective …
Ugandan gender justice advocate receives EU Award
On 1 July 2014, Gladys Canogura, Director of Kitgum Women’s Peace Initiative (KIWEPI), was jointly awarded the European Union annual Human Rights Defenders Award with two other Ugandans, Mohamed Ndifuna and Christine Alalo. The award honours the achievements of an …
Rape and sexual slavery – Appeals Withdrawn in Katanga case
Pour la version française, voir ci-dessous. Yesterday, Defence Counsel for Germain Katanga (Katanga) and the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP) at the International Criminal Court (ICC) both filed notices withdrawing their appeals of the judgement issued by Trial Chamber II. …
Women’s Initiatives Executive Director Brigid Inder awarded OBE
The Diplomatic Service and Overseas Birthday 2014 Honours list has been published today announcing 100 awards in recognition of exceptional service to Britain overseas. The list recognises outstanding people for achievements in a range of fields and includes 6 honours …
Video of Global Summit panel on former girl soldiers
On 11 June, Women’s Initiatives for Gender Justice hosted a panel titled ‘From LRA abductees to gender justice advocates’ at the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict, held in London from 10-13 June. The panel featured two young …