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20 May - 4 June 2021
Application start 31 August 2020
Application end 6 May 2021
Fee: 1250 Swiss Francs
ICC-CPI
This short course examines the mechanisms and institutions available in international law to hold individuals legally accountable for acts amounting to atrocity crimes.
The first two sessions will cover issues concerning the institutional framework of the International Criminal Court (ICC), such as the scope and ambit of the ICC jurisdiction, the complementary of the ICC to national jurisdictions, and the relationship between the ICC and the United Nations Security Council.
The third and fourth sessions will explore the main features of the so-called mixed or hybrid tribunals as well as the prospects for an African Court under the Malabo Protocol.
Finally, the last session will discuss the role of national courts in the fight against impunity, with an emphasis on universal criminal jurisdiction and the so-called aut dedere aut iudicare principle.
Ultimately, the course intends to provide participants with a solid understanding of the existing pluralistic system of international accountability for international crimes and of its main challenges.
The course can be followed in Geneva or online. Please note that the number of places to follow the course in Geneva is limited.
This short course forms part of the Geneva Academy Executive Master in International Law in Armed Conflict. It is open to professionals – diplomats, lawyers, legal advisers, judges, NGO staff, human rights advocates, media specialists, professionals working in emergency situations, UN staff and staff from other international organizations – who are not enrolled in the Executive Master and who want to deepen their expertise in this specific issue.
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The fee for this short course is 1,250 Swiss Francs. In case of cancellation by the participants, CHF 200 won't be returned.
Participants obtain a certificate at the end of the course (no ECTS credits are gained).
Applications for this short course must be submitted via the online form. If you encounter problems with your application, do not hesitate to contact us.
Once admitted to the course, participants receive instructions on how to pay. Proof of payment is required before you begin the course.
Paola Gaeta is a leading expert on international criminal law and international criminal courts and tribunals, and has published widely on these issues.
Villa Moynier (120B Rue de Lausanne, Geneva) and online.
Tram 15, Direction Nations - tram stop Butini
Bus 1 or 25, Direction Jardin Botanique - bus stop Sécheron
Villa Moynier is accessible to people with disabilities. If you have a disability or any additional needs and require assistance in order to participate fully, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The course will be conducted online using the ZOOM platform.
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