Extrajudicial killings: another task for International Justice
The right to life is the most sacred guarantee for all human beings. It has been recognized in Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights,...
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Christmas is a good time to reflect on Human Rights
Justice knows no rest. Its actions are in place 365 days a year and this quality supports the mission of making this world a fairer place. ....
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The New Paradigm of International Jurisdiction
The universal jurisdiction of all States was absorbed by the International Criminal Court, when the Rome Statute was formulated and all subscribing States declined in favor of...
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Towards 70 years of aspiring for a fairer world
Defending equity, justice and human dignity have been the most important struggles humanity has faced during contemporary times. After world wars, military conflicts, and the...
A petition to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights: How to enforce human rights?
Knowing how to use the available legal tools greatly facilitates timely access to justice. The Inter-American Human Rights System is a human rights guarantor...
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A look at Human Rights in the Inter-American System
The life, physical integrity and dignity of people cannot be left at the mercy of any government or State. Under this international awareness, reached after the experience of...
Rome Statute: What is the scope of international jurisdiction in Venezuela?
The concept of international jurisdiction is defined as "a legal principle that allows or requires a State to criminally prosecute certain crimes, regardless of where they were committed....
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Transitional justice is committed to freedom and equity in the aftermath of political and social conflicts
When a society faces political, social and economic conflicts that restrict its freedom, doing justice allows the future to manifest itself with equity and new opportunities in a space of...
The amicus curiae, a useful figure for international justice
A proper opinion supported by technical knowledge is always appreciated. Especially when it comes to assessing all aspects of a legal case. The legal figure amicus...
International justice best to prevent crimes against humanity
The term "crimes against humanity" emerged after World War II. To name and determine responsibility for the events that occurred during the war. With the implementation of this...