Event information

6 July 2022, 13:00-14:30

Women's Perspectives on a Career in International Law

ATLAS

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Inspired by the ATLAS series of online profiles, this online event, co-organized with the ATLAS Network will feature prominent women in international law. Coming from different professional backgrounds, they will share their experience and advice with the audience through an interactive discussion.

Moderators

  • Emilie Max, Researcher, The Generating Respect Project, Geneva Call
  • Verity Robson, Chief of Legal Services, Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization

Panelists

  • Angela Mudukuti, Lawyer and Senior Legal Adviser, Global Justice Center
  • Marie-Louise Tougas, IHL consultant, former UN independent expert
  • Fionnuala Nì Aolàin, UN Special Rapporteur on the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights while Countering Terrorism and Visiting Fellow, Geneva Academy

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