🚨🚨 SAVE THE DATE! 🚨🚨 The annual Summer School on the International Criminal Court will be held from 8 - 11 June 2026. The 2026 Summer School will be an online event. Registration will open in January 2026!

🚨🚨 SAVE THE DATE! 🚨🚨 The annual Summer School on the International Criminal Court will be held from 8 - 11 June 2026. The 2026 Summer School will be an online event. Registration will open in January 2026!

A huge thank you to our speakers for travelling to @uniofgalway.bsky.social, our amazing group of attendees from all over the globe and our Megan Fairlie scholars from Mexico, Palestine and Argentina. A remarkable week on the promises, challenges and crises of the International Criminal Court.

A brilliant final day to the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social Speakers from Uganda, Ukraine and Palestine. And powerful closing remarks from Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh @iccsummerschool.bsky.social @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social @katerynabusol.bsky.social

The final day of our 25th Summer School kicks with a lecture from Dr Tonny Kirabira of University of East London offering an African perspective on two decades of the Court's activities. @uniofgalway.bsky.social @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social

We are delighted to host four Megan Fairlie scholars for this year's Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social. Pictured are Miriam Azem , Larissa Aime Caamano Tena, Gabriela Unrrein, and Bisan Abtli who have joined us from Argentina, Mexico and Palestine.

Today we discuss the ICC's subject-matter jurisdiction over aggression, crimes against humanity & war crimes. Followed by the keynote lecture of President Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi: "The promotion of human rights through accountability for the gravest crimes" @uniofgalway.bsky.social

Day 1 of the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social is underway! Prof William Schabas of Middlesex University delivers the opening lecture on the trials and tribulations of the ICC @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social

"Targeting those working for accountability does nothing to help civilians trapped in conflict. It only emboldens those who believe they can act with impunity." The International Criminal Court condemns sanctions against four of its judges by the United States. www.icc-cpi.int/news/interna...

Last few days to register for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social Book now to secure your place! universityofgalwayichr.clr.events/event/137231...

Last few days to register for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social Book now to secure your place! universityofgalwayichr.clr.events/event/137231...

An open letter from over 400 lawyers and academics argues that Ireland is failing to meet its international law obligations on Palestine.

"The promotion of human rights through accountability for the gravest crimes" We are honoured to have Judge Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi, former President of the International Criminal Court, deliver the keynote address at the 25th Summer School on the ICC @uniofgalway.bsky.social

"The promotion of human rights through accountability for the gravest crimes" We are honoured to have Judge Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi, former President of the International Criminal Court, deliver the keynote address at the 25th Summer School on the ICC @uniofgalway.bsky.social

A little over two weeks left to register for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social Closing date for registration is 31 May 2025! The Summer School is convened by @shanedarcy.bsky.social of the Irish Centre for Human Rights @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social

A little over two weeks left to register for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social Closing date for registration is 31 May 2025! The Summer School is convened by @shanedarcy.bsky.social of the Irish Centre for Human Rights @uniofgalwaylaw.bsky.social

The programme for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court is now out. Terrific line-up of speakers. Taking place @uniofgalway.bsky.social from 9-13 June 2025. Registration closes 31st May.

🚨🚨 Programme for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court now available! 🚨🚨 👉 15 speakers over 5 days, including international judges, legal practitioners and academic experts 👉 Lectures on a range of topics, including the crimes, ICC jurisdiction, reparations and sentences

The 24th annual doctoral seminar at the Irish Centre for Human Rights starts today @uniofgalway.bsky.social. 15+ PhD students' research presentations, plus those of visiting experts Prof Neha Jain of Northwestern Law and Dr Joe Powderly @grotiuscentre.bsky.social at Leiden University.

🚨🚨 Programme for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court now available! 🚨🚨 👉 15 speakers over 5 days, including international judges, legal practitioners and academic experts 👉 Lectures on a range of topics, including the crimes, ICC jurisdiction, reparations and sentences

Really looking forward to chairing this panel at the upcoming 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social

A panel discussion with three international judges on the past, present and future of international criminal justice is part of the programme of the 25th Summer School of the International Criminal Court. Promises to be a fascinating discussion and a highlight of the week @uniofgalway.bsky.social

The President of our Advisory Council Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi👇

We are delighted to announce speakers for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal taking place @uniofgalway.bsky.social 9-13 June 2025. Our keynote speaker is Judge Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi, former President of the ICC and the Assembly of States Parties.

We are delighted to announce speakers for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal taking place @uniofgalway.bsky.social 9-13 June 2025. Our keynote speaker is Judge Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi, former President of the ICC and the Assembly of States Parties.

Attacks on the International Criminal Court undermine justice for victims of serious international crimes around the world. REDRESS joins civil society in calling on the EU to defend the #ICC. 🖊️Read our joint letter: redress.org/news/eu-shou...

‼️ The Coalition for the ICC calls on Hungary to stand with victims of #RomeStatute crimes and uphold its international obligations and the rule of law by revoking the invitation to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to the country.

The Irish government has reiterated its support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) as the “cornerstone of the international system of criminal justice” after Hungary announced its intention to withdraw.

The International Criminal Court is under serious attack: From US sanctions & Hungary deciding to leave the ICC, to EU states saying they would not enforce arrest warrants, these threats to the intl rules-based order put everyone at risk The EU should defend the ICC👇 www.amnesty.eu/news/eu-shou...

We have an excellent line-up of speakers for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court taking place @uniofgalway.bsky.social 9-13 June 2025. A stellar group judges, lawyers and experts will lead the sessions throughout the week.

We have an excellent line-up of speakers for the 25th Summer School on the International Criminal Court taking place @uniofgalway.bsky.social 9-13 June 2025. A stellar group judges, lawyers and experts will lead the sessions throughout the week.

The Summer School on the International Criminal Court has been running @uniofgalway.bsky.social for over two decades. This year's Summer School, taking place 9-13 June 2025, will mark the 25th year of this week-long event.

The Summer School on the International Criminal Court has been running @uniofgalway.bsky.social for over two decades. This year's Summer School, taking place 9-13 June 2025, will mark the 25th year of this week-long event.

Ireland among the 45 states and international organisations that have filed statements before the International Court of Justice in the advisory proceedings concerning Israel's obligations towards the United Nations activities in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. www.icj-cij.org/sites/defaul...

Very pleased to have funding from @researchireland.bsky.social to support strengthening collaboration between Irish and Palestinian universities on a project addressed to the protection of third-level education during times of conflict and occupation. www.universityofgalway.ie/irish-centre...

Some insights on the proposed law of the Special Tribunal from Jörg Polakiewicz Council of Europe legal adviser: Functional immunities will not bar aggression prosecutions Personal immunities preclude going after the “troika” @sevslv.bsky.social @tomdannenbaum.bsky.social @adhaque.bsky.social

Registration is open for this year's Disability Summer School in Galway. This year's theme: Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence. Come join us in figuring out how to secure the rights of disabled people at this critical moment. #DisabilityJustice #DisabledActivism

We are excited to announce that registration & call for abstracts are open for the 16th International Disability Law Summer School #16thDSS Theme: Disabled Activism in an Age of Far-Right Resurgence When: 16-18 June 2025 Where: Online & In-Person @uniofgalway Early bird & more: clr.ie/137746

Last few days to avail of our early bird offer for the Summer School 2025! Hear from international judges, lawyers, practitioners and academic experts on all things ICC. University of Galway, 9-13 June 2025

Absolutely delighted to announce this Protest Legal Observer project with @iccl.bsky.social is up, with immense help from MALS in Melb Vicki Sentas @cianoconcubhair.bsky.social & others. If you're interested in training as a legal observer in Ireland, please get in touch. www.iccl.ie/iccl-irish-n...

Last few days to avail of our early bird offer for the Summer School 2025! Hear from international judges, lawyers, practitioners and academic experts on all things ICC. University of Galway, 9-13 June 2025

Just over two weeks left to avail of the early bird offer for the 25th annual Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social! 👇👇👇

Just over two weeks left to avail of the early bird offer for the 25th annual Summer School on the International Criminal Court @uniofgalway.bsky.social! 👇👇👇

What’s at stake when it comes to US threats of sanctions against the International Criminal Court? Amid rumblings of sanctions against the ICC, listen to our recent podcast about the origins of the court: Spotify: spoti.fi/3UmP1BQ Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4bghhgA

BREAKING: President Trump signed an executive order sanctioning the International Criminal Court. This is an attack on accountability and free speech, exposing people in the U.S. to punishments for helping ICC investigations on atrocities committed anywhere, including genocide and war crimes.

US President imposes sanctions on the International Criminal Court: "could pose an existential threat to the judicial body" according to Court officials. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

We Need the International Legal Order: A Call to Protect the International Criminal Court www.justsecurity.org/106856/inter...

Reminder to get your applications in for the NUI Travelling Doctoral Studentship ✍️ Closing date: 28 February 2025 Learn more: nui.ie/awards/Trave... @ucdresearch.bsky.social @uccresearch.bsky.social @uniofgalway.bsky.social @rcsi-research.bsky.social @maynoothuni.bsky.social

International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan has defended his decision to bring war crimes allegations against Israel's prime minister, saying Israel had made ‘no real effort’ to investigate the allegations itself reut.rs/3E92CYZ