Challenges in International Law and Human Rights
International law and human rights frameworks are designed to protect individuals and ensure accountability during and after conflict. However, their implementation often faces significant challenges. Political interests, limited enforcement mechanisms, and differing interpretations of legal standards can hinder their effectiveness. While these systems provide important guidelines, they are not always equipped to address the complexities […]
Life After War Rebuilding Identity and Purpose
The end of war does not mark the end of suffering. For many individuals, the transition from conflict to peace introduces a new set of challenges that are often less visible but equally difficult. Rebuilding identity and finding purpose after experiencing trauma can be a long and uncertain journey. Individuals who once defined themselves through […]
Voices of Women in Wartime Experiences
Women’s experiences during war are often overlooked, yet they carry some of the most profound and lasting impacts of conflict. From displacement and loss to sexual violence and social exclusion, their stories reveal the deeply gendered nature of war. Despite these challenges, women are not only victims but also survivors, leaders, and agents of change […]
Understanding Justice After Conflict and War
Post-conflict justice is a complex and deeply human process that goes beyond legal systems and courtroom decisions. It involves addressing the needs of survivors, holding perpetrators accountable, and rebuilding trust within fractured communities. In many cases, justice is not only about punishment but also about recognition, acknowledgment, and healing. Survivors often seek validation of their […]
Madam War Criminal with Olivera Simic
Why do people plead guilty at an international tribunal? And is it common for women to be war criminals? Olivera Simic, professor at Griffith Law School in Brisbane Australia, has chosen a fascinating subject for her latest book: former Bosnian Serb president Biljana Plavsic. She was the only woman to be convicted by the the International Criminal […]