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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

And with that, the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference has concluded. Many thanks to all of our speakers, chairs, and participants. Here's to the next one! #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The final session of the 2026 UoN International Criminal Justice Conference examines victim centred justice beyond the ICC. The panel is chaired by Scarlett McArdle (@uonlaw.bsky.social) and features Karen Ring (@roskildeuni.bsky.social), Albright Alitsi & Salah Hanadi #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

Image of session six of the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference, featuring four speakers (L:R Scarlett McArdle, Salah Hanadi, Karen Ring, Albright Alitsi).

Session Six: Victim Centred Justice Beyond the ICC
Chair: Scarlett McArdle, University of Nottingham

Formal Rights and Uneven Implementation: Victims of International Crimes in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden - Karen Ring, Roskilde University

Disability Inclusive Justice Addressing International Criminal Law’s Blindspot - Albright Alitsi, Lola Crochet Organization (online)

The role of Palestinian initiatives in documenting international crimes and resisting dehumanization: The Palestinian Center and the "We Are Not Numbers" Foundation as a case study - Salah Hanadi, Atfaluna Society for Deaf Children (online)

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

We've had an amazing two days at the 2026 UoN International Criminal Justice Conference. Thanks to all our speakers & session chairs - & to our organisers @hemimistry.bsky.social & @olympiabekou.bsky.social without whom this wonderful event wouldn't have been possible. #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

A photo of speakers and participants at the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference.

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

For those who missed yesterday’s recap of the first day of the conference, you can check it out here ⬇️ bsky.app/profile/uon-...

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

We begin our second day with an exploration of approaches to victim centred justice at the ICC, chaired by Jodie Hardcastle (@uonlaw.bsky.social) with speakers Paul Bradfield (@bradfieldpaul.bsky.social), Maria Gevorgyan (@leidenlaw.bsky.social) and Claire Morris #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

Image of session five of the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference, featuring four speakers (L:R Jodie Hardcastle, Claire Morris, Paul Bradfield, Maria Gevorgyan).

Session Five: Victim Centred Justice at the ICC
Chair: Jodie Hardcastle, University of Nottingham

In absentia confirmation hearings at the International Criminal Court – a legal paper tiger or efficient justice? Bringing forward the victims’ perspective in the Kony case - Paul Bradfield, University of Galway

Stagnation to Momentum: Kony and the Confirmation of Charges In Absentia in Reproducing Faith in the ICC’s Legal Order - Maria Gevorgyan, Leiden University

‘A Renewed Partnership for Accountability’: Lessons from Côte d’Ivoire - Claire Morris, University of Essex Alumni

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

And with that, the 1st day of the Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference has concluded. We look forward to hosting the second day of the conference tomorrow when we will be joined by yet another incredible line-up of academics, policy makers & practitioners! #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

Image of participants at the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference.

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Coverage of Day 2 of the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference continues here ⤵️ bsky.app/profile/uon-...

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Olive Welch @olive-the-above.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Hugely excited to be attending and supporting this wonderful event for the third consecutive year. Looking forward to listening to (and live posting about) some very interesting conversations surrounding intl criminal law over the next couple of days! #UoN_ICJ2026 #IntlCrimJustice

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

We return with coverage of the second day of of Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference 2026 #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice Follow along here for updates 🧵⤵️

A photo of the agenda for the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference.

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School of Law, UoN @uonlaw.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

On 9–10 July 2026, the University of Nottingham School of Law and the Society of Legal Scholars hosted Women in Legal Academia, bringing together 110 participants to discuss barriers facing women in law schools and share strategies for fostering a more inclusive and equitable academic culture.

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Hemi Mistry @hemimistry.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

So delighted to kick off the third Nottingham ICL Conference. It's a real highlight of our year and it's wonderful to catch up with old ICL friends and colleagues and new

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Session two is focussed on universal jurisdiction and regionalism, and is chaired by Mark Chadwick (@letter-of-mark.bsky.social), with presentations from Kelly Mae Smith, Laura Ricci and Caleb Wheeler (@culawandpolitics.bsky.social) #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

Image of session two of the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference, featuring four speakers (L:R Mark Chadwick, Kelly Mae Smith, Laura Ricci, Caleb Wheeler).

Session Two: Beyond the ICC: Universal Jurisdiction and Regionalism
Chair: Mark Chadwick, Nottingham Trent University

Rethinking Universal Jurisdiction: Joint Investigation Teams and the Effectiveness of Domestic Prosecutions for International Crimes - Kelly Mae Smith, University of Trento

A Domestic Future for International Criminal Law?: Constructive Reflections from the French Experience - Laura Ricci, University of Corsica Pasquale Paoli

Enhancing International Accountability Through Regional Enforcement of Criminal Law - Caleb Wheeler, Cardiff University

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Our first session, exploring the Special Tribunal for Aggression, is chaired by Jen Giblin, featuring insights from Maddalena Cogorno (@maddalenacogorno.bsky.social), Gaiane Nuridzhanian & Satwant Kaur (@leicesterlawschool.bsky.social) #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

Image of session one of the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference, featuring four speakers (L:R Jen Giblin, Gaiane Nuridzhanian, Satwant Kaur, Maddalena Cogorno).

Session One: Beyond the ICC: The Aggression Tribunal
Chair: Jen Giblin, Edge Hill University

The Special Tribunal for Aggression and the Reconfiguration of International Criminal Justice: Between Innovation and Instrumentalization - Maddalena Cogorno, Independent Researcher (online)

The Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine - Domestic, International, or Somewhere In-Between? - Gaiane Nuridzhanian, UiT Arctic University of Norway

Justice Without Presence: Trials in Absentia and the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine - Satwant Kaur, University of Leicester

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Welcoming our speakers & attendees to the conference, Professor Olympia Bekou @olympiabekou.bsky.social, head of UoN School of Law & the HRLC's International Criminal Justice unit, delivers the opening remarks. #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

We’re excited to kick off our third annual Nottingham International Criminal Law Conference this morning, bringing together leading academics, practitioners & policymakers to discuss current issues and recent developments in the field. #UoN_ICJ26 #IntlCrimJustice For updates, follow along here 🧵⤵️

A sign reading: Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference
13-14 July 2026
A01, Highfield House

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Hemi Mistry @hemimistry.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Thrilled to announce that @uonlaw.bsky.social and @uon-hrlc.bsky.social will be hosting the Third Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference. Come, give your paper a test-run and catch up with old ICL-friends & new! Call for Papers: lnkd.in/ez9nuUh4 Submit Proposals here: lnkd.in/eNaupN2R

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Nottingham ICL Conference 2026 - Call For Papers | Hemi Mistry

Speaking of things that bring me joy - we're genuinely thrilled to announce that the University of Nottingham School of Law and Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) will be hosting the Third Nottingham Inte...

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Our third session examines the ICC, including evolving procedure and operational challenges, chaired by Javier Eskauriatza (@uonlaw.bsky.social) with presentations from Kyra Wigard (@kyrawigard.bsky.social), Marco Longobardo (@marcolongobardo.bsky.social), Kamil Sobanski & Mary Waterman #UoN_ICJ26

Image of session three of the 2026 Nottingham International Criminal Justice Conference, featuring four speakers (L:R Javier Eskauriatza, Kyra Wigard, Kamil Sobanski, Mary Waterman, Marco Longobardo,)

Session Three: The ICC
Chair: Javier Eskauriatza, University of Nottingham

The Politics of State Referrals at the International Criminal Court - Kyra Wigard, University of Copenhagen/Utrecht University

The ICC Appeals Chamber and the Avoidance of Conflicts between the OTP and PTCs regarding Prosecutorial Discretion - Marco Longobardo, University of Westminster

Road to the Virtual International Criminal Justice - Kamil Sobanski, Digital Justice Center, University of Wroclaw

Linguistic Vulnerability and its Role in the International Criminal Court - Mary Waterman, University of Swansea

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School of Law, UoN @uonlaw.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

@bsky.appWe are once again organising a two day conference to bring together people working across the diverse field of international criminal justice. Date: 13-14 July 2026 Apply now: lnkd.in/ei4PTeXw Further information: lnkd.in/eFMaGwER Enquiries: Dr Hemi Mistry (hemi.mistry@nottingham.ac.uk)

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Tomorrow, @aoifenolan.bsky.social (HRLC Director) will deliver the keynote address at the one-day symposium 'Re-Opening the Door: Litigating Positive Rights under the Charter' hosted by @aspercentre.bsky.social. 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/3NjFtIc 📰 View the full programme here: bit.ly/45NolAP

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Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) @uon-hrlc.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

We are delighted to announce that for our 2026 Annual Lecture we will be joined by @michaelfakhri.bsky.social, UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food. Join us for his talk on 'The Right to Food & the Global Order'. 🗓️ 27 Jan 17:30 GMT 📌 Nottingham & Online 🔗 hrlc-right-to-food.eventbrite.co.uk

Event Poster for the HRLC's Annual Human Rights Lecture with Professor Michael Fakhri (UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food).

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School of Law, UoN @uonlaw.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

@bsky.app Professor Derclaye speaks at first EUIPO copyright conference The EU Intellectual Property Office in Alicante launched its Copyright Knowledge Centre on 20-21 November 2025. You can listen to the speeches including Prof. Derclaye's at youtu.be/etINxFkROmc.

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Session 3: Protecting creativity in Europe –The voices of cultural and creative sectors in Europe

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School of Law, UoN @uonlaw.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Law and Tech Research Centre (LTRC)! The LTRC explores how emerging technologies interact with law, policy, & governance. Our mission is to generate broader insights into the regulation of technology across jurisdictions. Learn more: lnkd.in/ejFqTbYs

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School of Law, UoN @uonlaw.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Professor Derclaye’s new monograph was launched in Brussels On 18 September, the JurisLab launched Estelle Derclaye & Gilles Stupfler’s book, EU Copyright Law Harmonisation, An Empirical Analysis of National Courts Case Law, Hart/Bloomsbury. lnkd.in/e8js6bhi

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School of Law, UoN @uonlaw.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

📘 Just published! Dr. Eliza Varney’s new book Disability, Human Rights and Contract Law is now available via Cambridge University Press. 🔗 www.cambridge.org/core/books/d...

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Disability, Human Rights, and Contract Law

Cambridge Core - Contract Law - Disability, Human Rights, and Contract Law

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Victor Kattan @victorkattan.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Earlier this year I delivered a lecture at the Faculty of Law at the University of Cambridge on the statehood of Palestine with Tony Anghie (it may answer questions some people have, given what is being reported in the media today): www.youtube.com/watch?app=de... #Palestine #recognition

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The statehood of Palestine: A Palestinian account: Cambridge University Lawyers Without Borders

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Victor Kattan @victorkattan.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Remembering our much loved colleague Agnes Flues who died a year ago today. agnesflues.muchloved.com

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