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Over 50 specialist events worldwide in 2018 across all areas of law

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IBA Jurist Award

The IBA’s new Jurist Award celebrates the ‘unsung heroes’ of the legal profession; those who exemplify personal sacrifice and commitment to justice. Individuals are encouraged to nominate associates and friends they believe have gone beyond the call of duty in their professional role. Nominations are open until Friday 31 August. The Jurist Award is supported by Ashoka, the largest global network of leading social entrepreneurs working towards achieving justice.

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Independent media and the rule of law

The second in the IBA's six-part series of live events discussing contemporary rule of law challenges was held on 7 June in Washington DC, entitled 'Independent media and the rule of law'. It was also live streamed. Panellists included Andrea Mitchell (NBC), Jennifer Rubin (Washington Post), and media lawyer Lee Levine.

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Whistleblower protections

The IBA's Legal Policy and Research Unit and the IBA Legal Practice Division launched their report on whistleblower protections on 7 June in London. The report addresses the limitations of whistleblower protection laws and identifies fundamental principles underpinning effective whistleblower regulations, as well as highlighting the role played by governments and organisations in protecting whistleblowers. The report is available now.

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The IBA’s films and podcasts cover a wide range of legal, business and human rights issues and include interviews, webcasts and documentaries featuring prominent experts.

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Preserving a free society

In April in Washington DC, the IBA and the Wilson Center presented a discussion event on governmental power and the rule of law

Russia: the diplomatic standoff

Russia, under Putin, continues to adopt a defiant stance on the world stage. This podcast considers the West's response

North Korea: the international response

Michael Kirby on the nuclear threat and human rights issues in North Korea

Bill Browder

Bill Browder, CEO of Hermitage Capital Management, on Russian corruption, sanctions and seeking justice for Sergei Magnitsky.

The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) works with the global legal community to promote and protect human rights and the independence of the legal profession worldwide.

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Juvenile justice

Report emphasises global need for juvenile justice systems that comply with international norms

Annual Review 2017

The IBAHRI has published its 2017 Annual Review, summarising work through the year.

Human rights in the USA

IBAHRI calls on President Trump to re-evaluate stance on human rights

'The Obligation to Mobilise Resources'

Bridging Human Rights, Sustainable Development Goals, and Economic and Fiscal Policies

The IBA’s Legal Policy & Research Unit (LPRU) undertakes research, develops, and implements innovative strategies and initiatives that are relevant to current contemporary global issues.

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Bullying and harassment in the legal profession

Global survey launched to understand the nature and extent of bullying and harassment in the legal profession. Complete survey

Whistleblowing

Following the launch at The Guardian, 7 June, ‘Whistleblower Protections: A Guide’ is available now.

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Business and human rights

The importance of business and human rights to corporate lawyers

Technological innovation

Blockchain in the legal profession and cybersecurity

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US presidency

Appointment of Haspel as CIA Director re-ignites torture debate

28 June 2018

Nuclear diplomacy: US abandons Iran deal but makes history with NK

12 June 2018

Brexit: UK introduces new sanctions regime amidst heightened diplomatic tensions

9 July 2018

Latin America: Glimmers of progress amidst fears of backsliding on reproductive rights

6 July 2018

Gender pay gap: UK publishes data for the first time

19 June 2018

IBA Initiatives

New IBA Award

The IBA's new Jurist Award celebrates the ‘unsung heroes’ of the legal profession: jurists who exemplify personal sacrifice and commitment to justice. Nominations are open until 31 August. See all IBA awards here.

Preserving a free society

The IBA has launched a six-part series of live events to discuss contemporary rule of law challenges. The most recent event, titled 'Independent Media and the Rule of Law', was held on 7 June in Washington DC. Watch video

IBA Hague Office

The IBA’s International Criminal Court and International Criminal Law Programme, based in The Hague, is beginning a drive to bring its work to wider legal and non-governmental organisation communities, as the 20th anniversary of the Rome Statute approaches.