Karima Bennoune

UNESCO expresses concern over the protection of cultural heritage UNESCO expresses concern over the protection of cultural heritage sites

UNESCO statement on damage to Golestan Palace World Heritage site following airstrikes on Tehran. The US belatedly adopted the 1954 Hague Convention as atonement for our failings in safeguarding Iraqi heritage in the 2000s. Let’s see if we now honor our obligations.
www.unesco.org/en/articles/...

I pay tribute to the great women's rights advocate #YanarMohammed, tragically murdered in #Iraq today

Condolences to her family, friends & all who continue her work

The work of #women #HumanRights defenders who challenge extremists is so dangerous

Support them. Honor Yanar.

Candlelight vigil tonight for #ReneeNicoleGood in #AnnArbor

Outrage over her murder

Message to Renee's children: "Your mother is a light"

Very #Michigan call to action: "Let us arise from our couches"

Sending love to #Minnesota

Midwesterners for #HumanRights
#ICEOutForGood

If you are in or near Davis, #California

At this critical moment for #InternationalLaw

Please join me @ucdavislaw.bsky.social

Wed. Jan. 21, 12-1 PT

To discuss

"The International Obligation to Counter #GenderApartheid in #Afghanistan"

King Hall, Rm 1301, or Livestream
tinyurl.com/yc7fzxfa

Don't miss it

Last night at the opening of the Midyear Meeting of the American Society of #InternationalLaw @asilorg.bsky.social

in #Ohio

a 2nd year law student got up and asked a senior lawyer

"Will there be any law left to practice when I graduate?"

Wake Up, America

The threat to the rule of law is real

"The Federal Communications Commission’s recent push to have ABC suspend Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show was a First Amendment disaster that has dire implications for everyone who values free expression."

Professor Len Niehoff in the @detroitnews.com

www.detroitnews.com/story/opinio...

In 2 days, join us to explore using international law in support of those on the frontlines of the struggle against #GenderApartheid in #Afghanistan & #Iran

As the Taliban cut internet access, there's never been a more crucial time to speak up for women's rights

Zoom registration: t.co/GPblDX1cXn

Michigan Law to Host Conference on Using International Law to Fight Gender Apartheid | University of Michigan Law School The Law School will host a conference on ending gender apartheid in Afghanistan and beyond on September 18. It is organized by Professor Karima Bennoune, ’94, a leading scholar on the topic and a form...

On September 18, 2025 we will host a conference, organized by Prof @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social, on ending gender apartheid in Afghanistan and beyond.

“Countering Gender Apartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening”

Read more and register: michigan.law.umich.edu/news/michiga...

Looking forward to being part of these discussions!

Join in person or online on Thursday 18 Sept for "Countering Gender Apartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening" @umichlaw.bsky.social @profkarimabennoune.bsky.social

Mariage des jeunes filles : Des associations féminines dénoncent les propos "offensants" de Benkirane La polémique enfle après les propos de l'ex-chef du gouvernent, Abdelilah Benkirane, sur le mariage des jeunes filles. Des propos qui ont provoqué une vague d'indignation de la part de la "Coordinatio...

WLP Morocco ADFM joins 32 organizations in condemning a government official's remarks that put marriage before education for young girls. The group is calling for authorities to protect women’s rights and families to prioritize girls’ education.

www.lopinion.ma/Mariage-des-...

Thanks so much for sharing, Julian. Anyone who wants to come in person can just show up without registering. Those who wish to join on zoom, please register to receive link.

Join us Thurs SEPT 18 for

"Countering #GenderApartheid with International Law: A Strategic Convening"
@UMichLaw

Public hybrid panels 9AM-1PM ET; 1225 Jeffries Hall
Register for Zoom: tinyurl.com/4xxywu7h

Speakers incl: UN Special Rapporteur on #Afghanistan; Mariam Safi & Malala Yousafzai(video)

Have you registered for #ASILAbroad Singapore yet? Full program is online at asil.org/asilabroad. Locals can register for CPD until the 29th of August!

The ASIL Abroad 2025 program is shaping up to be one you won’t want to miss.

🔍 Program details (with more to come):
👉 asil.org/abroad

Join us in Singapore this September.

Don't miss "Charting the Course: A dialogue with the Expert Group on the Future Development of the PCA" at #ASILAbroad 2025 in #Singapore!

This panel features distinguished members of the Expert Group on the Permanent Court of Arbitration. Visit asil.org/abroad to learn more and register.

Treaty and Custom in the ICJ’s Climate Change Opinion The International Court of Justice has released its long-awaited Advisory Opinion on Obligations of States in respect of Climate Change. Delivered yesterday by a unanimous Court, the Opinion marks a t...

Treaty and Custom in the ICJ’s Climate Change Opinion | by @aratojulian.bsky.social and @justinauriburu.bsky.social

2026 ASIL Annual Meeting | ASIL

"The rule of law is a foundational concept & a precondition for a just world order. Today, it faces profound challenges that undermine international norms and standards, & multilateralism itself."

#InternationalLaw
from @asilorg.bsky.social Annual Meeting 2026 Theme Statement tinyurl.com/mpexfthk

2026 ASIL Annual Meeting | ASIL

Calling #InternationalLaw colleagues everywhere

Please submit panel proposals for the American Society of Intl Law @asilorg.bsky.social‬ 2026 Annual Meeting by

5 PM ET July 28

Our timely topic is "Advancing & Defending the Rule of Law"

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Harvard president receives standing ovation during commencement.

"We are not asking for the impossible. We are asking for international humanitarian law to be respected and applied"

"Together with our partners, we accompany our supplies to the end. Our food reaches the malnourished child. Our vaccines go into a child’s arm."

— UNICEF Chief

The Largest Upward Transfer of Wealth in American History House Republicans voted to advance a bill that would offer lavish tax cuts for the rich while slashing benefits for the poor.

It’s the largest upward transfer of wealth in American history, and House Republicans just voted to make it happen

By @jonathanbchait.bsky.social
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...

Jen Taub LIVE - EXPERT FUMES: Bill Strips Healthcare from Millions of Americans YouTube video by Jen Taub

So very psyched that healthcare expert @charlesgaba.com is joining me tomorrow to break down that big terrible bill for us.

See you at 8:30 am eastern Friday!

www.youtube.com/live/8FUQ42e...

BREAKING: Following today's emergency hearing, Judge Brian Murphy orders the Trump administration to "maintain custody and control of class members currently being removed to South Sudan or to any other third country," such that he could order their return if needed.

If a foreign adversary snuck into our Federal budget and cut science research and education the way we’re cutting it ourselves — strategically undermining America’s long-term health, wealth, and security — we would likely consider it an act of war.

Get yourself a copy of @leahlitman.bsky.social's smart and funny new book LAWLESS. Actually, maybe get 2 so you don't have to share... bookshop.org/p/books/lawl...

Full Statement by UK FM Lammy:

"Israel’s actions are intolerable"

"repellent"

"monstrous"

"I condemn it"

"morally unjustifiable, wholly disproportionate and utterly counter-productive"

"The world is judging. History will judge them."

"This is indefensible and it must stop."

Register here to join us at #CWASU to discuss legalised #prostitution with #CatharineMacKinnon and #MaxWaltman
on 23 May

#CAH
#EqualityModel
#Accountability

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