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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

3/3 | Register free of charge using the QR code that you may find in the event series' flyer or via the following link: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

2/3 | Between 18 September and 4 December 2025, outstanding scholars, including @vukusiciva.bsky.social, @noellequenivet.bsky.social, and @victorkattan.bsky.social, will help us delve into the legal and political intricacies of this interesting and timely question from various perspectives.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

1/3 | The @ayicl.bsky.social is honoured to invite its membership and the community of students, scholars, and practitioners of international law to its upcoming event series: Prosecuting Heads of State for International Crimes.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Matilde aims to contribute to accountability efforts and to the promotion of victims' rights across the globe. Welcome, Matilde!

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

She has focussed on the interactions of #InternationalLaw, #ConflictResolution, and #TransitionalJustice in situations such as the war on drugs in the #Philippines and the ongoing Russian invasion of #Ukraine.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

We're thrilled to introduce our new intern, Matilde Gamba! Matilde holds a BA in International Relations from Maastricht University and an MSc in Conflict Studies and Human Rights from Universiteit Utrecht.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

97/97 | Thank you once again to all who participated, engaged, and amplified the voices of women throughout this campaign. Together, we can create an empowering and inspiring future for the field! #IWD #WomenInLaw #TrailblazingWomen #AYICL #WomenInInternationalLaw

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

96/n | You've shared your personal journeys, challenges, victories, and hopes for the future, and in doing so, you've helped shine a light on the accomplishments, as well as the unique challenges faced by women in the field of international law.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

95/n | Your stories, insights, and reflections on building—or aspiring to build—a #career in #InternationalLaw have been nothing short of inspiring.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

94/n | Throughout this campaign, we've had the privilege of hearing from #women at different stages of their #careers—from #students and early-career #professionals to seasoned #practitioners and #leaders.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

92/n | Thank you, Ania Salinas, Carolinne Ferreira Viana, Cloé Dubuc, Fiona De Vries, Hayley Evans, Iva Vukušic (@vukusiciva.bsky.social), Julia Fullard, Kate Gibson (@kategibson123.bsky.social), Konstantina Zivla, Maddalena Cogorno, Olympia Bekou (@olympiabekou.bsky.social), and Sarah Coquillaud!

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

91/n | As our #IWD campaign draws to a close, AYICL would like to say a huge thank you to all the incredible women who took part:

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

90/n | Sarah, your commitment to the field, diversity and the mentorship of young legal professionals makes you a true trailblazer—and a fitting finale to our campaign. #IWD #WomeninLaw #TrailblazingWomen #AYICL #WomeninInternationalLaw

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

89/n | As we wrap up our #IWD campaign, we are honoured to shine a spotlight on Sarah. Your reflections on navigating a long and distinguished career in international criminal law serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of authenticity, resilience and fostering a strong, supportive community.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

88/n | She now works with a #EuropeanUnion mission, continuing her contributions to the field of #international #justice. As an accomplished guest lecturer and mentor, she is deeply committed to empowering the next generation of legal professionals and advancing diversity in international justice.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

87/n | Her experience spans prosecution, defense, Chambers, and victim-related work, including roles on the defense teams for Mr. Delwar Hossain Sayedee before the Bangladesh war crimes tribunal and Mr. Mustafa Badreddine at the STL.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

86/n | She played a key role at the #STL, working alongside Antonio #Cassese, and was a pivotal member of the prosecution team at the #ICC in the #AlMahdi and #AlHassan cases, which addressed cultural #heritage destruction and #gender-based violence.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

85/n | Sarah Coquillaud has dedicated the past 15 years to the investigation and prosecution of complex international criminal cases. She began her career at the ICTY in Chambers, working on the Prlić case, and later as an associate to Defense Counsel in the Karadžić case.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

84/n | Meet Sarah Coquillaud, the fifteenth and final spotlight for our #IWD campaign – ✨

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

83/n | A huge thank you to Valérie for sharing her invaluable insights with us. Her reflections on successfully navigating a challenging field for women and building an accomplished career were powerful and inspiring. #IWD #WomeninLaw #TrailblazingWomen #AYICL #WomeninInternationalLaw

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

82/n | Valérie has also served as legal officer for Judges at the International Criminal Tribunals for the former #Yugoslavia and #Rwanda, and at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of #Cambodia in Phnom Penh.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

81/n | Prior to founding UpRights, Valérie worked with the #UN on the International Commission of Inquiry for #Mali and the Team of Experts on the Situation in Kasai ( #DRC), investigating international #crimes and promoting #accountability.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

80/n | She is the co-Director of UpRights (@uprights.bsky.social), a non-profit in #TheHague using #HumanRights and #InternationalLaw expertise to build impactful partnerships with #victims, #CivilSociety, #prosecutors, #judicial bodies, and international #organisations.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

79/n | Valérie Gabard has over 15 years of experience as a lawyer for the United Nations and civil society in international criminal law, international humanitarian law, human rights law, and transitional justice.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

78/n | Meet Valérie Gabard (@valeriegabard.bsky.social ), the fourteenth spotlight for our #IWD campaign – ✨

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

77/n | A big thank you to Maddalena for being part of our #IWD campaign! It is truly inspiring to see your expertise and contributions across a broad variety of areas in international law. #IWD #WomeninLaw #TrailblazingWomen #AYICL #WomeninInternationalLaw

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

76/n | Maddalena’s research interests also include victims' rights in international criminal law, international law of outer space, freshwater, and the Arctic. Maddalena has worked as a legal consultant at the ECCC and is a member of the IAA Permanent Committee on Moon Farside Protection.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

75/n | She obtained her PhD at the University of Pavia with a thesis on mixed criminal courts, which resulted in the monograph 'Hybrid criminal justice: reconstruction and development of the phenomenon' (Apes, 2023).

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

74/n | Maddalena Cogorno is a researcher at the University of Florence, where she mainly works on cultural heritage protection under international law.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

73/n | Meet Maddalena Cogorno, the thirteenth spotlight for our #IWD campaign – ✨

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ATLAS Women @atlaswomen.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Lovely to read @ayicl.bsky.social's profile of ATLAS co-founder @saretaashraph.bsky.social!

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ATLAS Women @atlaswomen.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Fantastic profile of @kategibson123.bsky.social by @ayicl.bsky.social!

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ATLAS Women @atlaswomen.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

A spotlight on the fantastic @vukusiciva.bsky.social by @ayicl.bsky.social!

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Sareta Ashraph @saretaashraph.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Thank you @ayicl.bsky.social for featuring me in your IWD campaign! The entire series is fantastic, with so many inspiring friends and colleagues also included!

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Thank you for sharing your journey and wisdom with us! 💜

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Thank you! It's been an honour to share the inspiring career experiences and insightful thoughts on gender equality that were so graciously shared with us by truly exceptional women like @saretaashraph.bsky.social 💜

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

67/n | UPDATE - We're extending our #IWD campaign! ✨ We've been inspired by the stories and experiences of remarkable women in int'l law. We're excited to continue amplifying their voices and celebrating their achievements. If you'd like to be featured, please reach us at events@ayicl.com

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

66/n | Sareta was named as one of Apolitical’s 100 Most Influential People in #Gender Policy (2020). Sareta (@saretaashraph.bsky.social), your career is truly inspiring! Thanks for participating in our campaign and for your work! #IWD #WomeninLaw #TrailblazingWomen #AYICL #WomeninInternationalLaw

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

65/n | She was also a visiting fellow at the #Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford between 2020 and 2022. She currently teaches a course on #Gender and #InternationalCrimes at the #Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

64/n | Sareta has lectured at Harvard Law School’s #HumanRights Program during her time as a #Wasserstein Fellow, at Stanford Law School as their inaugural global practitioner-in-residence, and at the London School of Economics’ #MiddleEast Centre.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

63/n | Sareta led the drafting of the 2023 call for the codification of #gender #apartheid as a #CrimeAgainstHumanity. She wrote “Beyond Killing: Gender, Genocide and Obligations under International Law” (2018) and is co-editor of “The Syrian War: Between Justice and Political Reality” (CUP, 2020).

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

62/n | She headed the #UNITAD investigation which reached similar findings, presented to the UN Security Council in May 2021. She mentors the #Free #Yezidi #Foundation’s Legal Documentation unit.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

61/n | Over the past decade, She's been involved in investigations and legal analysis of situations of mass atrocity, with particular focus on #ISIL crimes against the #Yazidis, including drafting the UN report “They Came To Destroy”, which found ISIL committed #genocide and #CrimesAgainstHumanity.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

60/n | Sareta was a #legal adviser to the ICC Defence Office (2010-2011) and defense co-counsel before the Special Court for Sierra Leone (2003-2009).

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

59/n | Previously, Sareta served as Director of #UNITAD’s Office of Field Investigations (2020-2022) and as Chief Legal Analyst to the #UN Commission of Inquiry on #Syria (2012-2016), and the UN Commission of Inquiry on #Libya (2011-2012).

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

58/n | She is currently a #Senior Legal Consultant to the US Holocaust Memorial Council, Memorial Museum’s Center for the Prevention of Genocide, the Center for Justice and Accountability, and the Atlantic Council’s Strategic Litigation Project.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

57/n | Sareta Ashraph is a barrister specialized in #international #criminal #law, with expertise in #gender-competent and #intersectional analysis of the commission and impact of #genocide and other core international #crimes.

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

56/n | Meet Sareta Ashraph (@saretaashraph.bsky.social) the eleventh spotlight for our #IWD campaign – ✨

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Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers @ayicl.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

55/n | What an interesting career so far! thank you Fiona for taking part in our IWD campaign ✨ #IWD #WomeninLaw #TrailblazingWomen #AYICL #WomeninInternationalLaw

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