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SUMMARY:Three-Day Training on Compensation for Survivors of Aggression in Ukraine\, International Mechanisms and Other Justice Avenues
DESCRIPTION:Ukraine Legal Network is hosting a three-day capacity building training\, organised in cooperation with Redress. The training aims to educate Ukrainian lawyers on how to effectively assist victims\, navigate compensation mechanisms\, and understand the Register of Damages for Ukraine\, including the process of submitting claims. \nEvent Dates: November 6 – 8\, 2024\nLocations: Amsterdam / The Hague \nParticipants will receive specialised training focused on supporting victims of war-related harm\, with an emphasis on helping them submit claims to the Register of Damage for Ukraine. \n  \nObjectives of the training: \n\nDevelop a strong international network of pro bono lawyers specialising in the Register of Damage.\nExplore the effectiveness of the compensation mechanism available to victims of Russian aggression in Ukraine.\nEstablish a free helpline that offers support in Ukrainian\, providing step-by-step guidance on how to register damages and file claims.\nExplore avenues for reparations and justice for victims and survivors.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend?\nThe event will host Ukrainian lawyers based in Ukraine\, as well as in the Netherlands\, Belgium\, Germany\, and the UK. \n  \nMain topics of the program: \n\nThe Register of Damage for Ukraine (the Register)\, established by the Council of Europe;\nRepurposing of frozen assets as resources of compensations for victims of international war crimes;\n\nUniversal jurisdiction (UJ) before national courts in several European countries;\nInternational and regional avenues for reparations for victims of war crimes in Ukraine\, including International Criminal Court and European Court of Human Rights.\n\n  \nOther Activities: \n\nParticipants will get opportunities to engage in Q&A sessions\, interactive simulations to provide insights into handling survivors’ cases\, and case studies.\nThe event will include round table discussions that delve into the issues and challenges of applying to National War Compensation Schemes in Ukraine.\nParticipants will get to witness a hearing of the Said Case (CAR) at the ICC hearing.\nThe training sessions will be concluded by a networking reception\, offering participants the opportunity to engage with experts and media professionals.\n\n  \nSpeakers include: \nHanna Khristova: Kyiv Office of the Register of Damage (to be confirmed)\nDr. Luke Moffett: Queen’s University Belfast\nDr. Niké Wentholt: University of Humanistic Studies\nLyra Nightingale: Redress NGO\nAsa Solway & Valerie Gabard: UpRights NGO\nMaarten Bolhuis: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (moderator)\nVictoria Kerr: T.M.C. Asser Institute\, Centre for International & European Law\nJames Patrick Sexton: T.M.C. Asser Institute\, Centre for International & European Law\nIllia Chernohorenko: University of Oxford \n  \nRegistration: \nIf you are a Ukrainian lawyer with proven experience and a willingness to commit to pro bono work in the future\, we invite you to register for this event and gain insights into effectively assisting victims\, navigating compensation mechanisms\, and understanding the Register of Damage for Ukraine’s work. \nLimited spots are available\, and a working proficiency in English is required. \nIf interested\, click here to register or send an email to contact@ukrainelegalnetwork.org to register before 18th October 2024.
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/three-day-training-on-international-mechanisms-and-justice-avenues-for-survivors-of-aggression-in-ukraine/
LOCATION:Amsterdam / The Hague (Venues TBD)\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241021T170000
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SUMMARY:Developing a Victim-Centred Justice Approach: Moot Court on Compensation for Damaged Property with Use of Open Source Evidence in Ukrainian Civil Law
DESCRIPTION:Ukraine Legal Network is hosting a Moot Court in “Ivashchuk vs Russian Federation” Case. \nDate: 21 October\, 17:15 – 20:00\nLocation: University of Amsterdam (UvA)\, Moot Court Room A3.15 \nLanguage: Ukrainian \nUkraine continues its pursuit of justice\, even in the toughest of circumstances\, and this innovative moot court on compensation for damaged property using open source evidence under Ukrainian civil law is an important step towards seeking justice. \nMoot Court is a simulation of legal proceedings\, and this innovative session organised by Ukraine Legal Network together with our partners OSINT For Ukraine offers participants an opportunity to delve into the complexity and intricacies of international legal regulations and Ukrainian legislation\, focusing on human rights violations and compensation for damages caused by Russia’s war against Ukraine. The court session will also highlight the use of OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) evidence in legal proceedings to support claims and hold perpetrators accountable.  \nThis session will cover the case of “Ivashchuk vs Russian Federation” on compensation for destroyed property in the occupied territories. \nPartner:\nOur partner is OSINT for Ukraine Foundation\, which plays a crucial role in supporting the investigation and evidence gathering for this case. OSINT for Ukraine specialises in using OSINT to document war crimes and human rights violations. Their work is instrumental in collecting the evidence needed to pursue justice for the victims of the war in Ukraine. \n  \nAbout the “Ivashchuk vs Russian Federation” Case \n\nPlaintiff (fictional person): Mariya Ivashchuk\, a Ukrainian citizen who lost her home in Mariupol due to Russian military actions and the occupying administration.\nDefendant: the Russian Federation.\n\nThe case revolves around a claim for compensation for the destruction of the plaintiff’s home\, including material damage and emotional distress. A key element of the case is the use of OSINT evidence and digital materials to prove property destruction in areas inaccessible due to occupation. \nCase overview:\nIn February 2022\, Mariya Ivashchuk and her family were forced to flee Mariupol after the Russian invasion. Their apartment was damaged in the shelling and later completely destroyed. Now\, a new residential complex has been built on the site of her former home without any involvement of the rightful owners. \n  \nKey legal challenges:\n1. Overcoming Russia’s legal immunity.\n2.Using digital evidence to prove the destruction of the property.\n3. Seeking rightful compensation for the destroyed and demolished home. \nThe plaintiff’s lawyers will present solid evidence and arguments about the violation of Mariya Ivashchuk’s property rights. \n  \nWhy This Case Matters:\n1. Harmonisation of Ukrainian legislation with international norms: The use of OSINT evidence in Ukrainian courts is important when the access to evidence is limited.\n2. Protecting the rights of war victims: Restoring justice is possible through filing lawsuits to protect the rights of victims.\n3. Studying complex legal precedents: This case will clearly demonstrate how referring to the international law practices  can help victims secure compensation for their losses. \n  \nWhy This Moot Court is Special:\nThis event will show how the international and Ukrainian legal systems and judiciary respond to victims’ requests for the protection of their rights and legitimate interests in situations where access to evidence is limited due to military actions. \n  \nJoin us as free audience!   \nRegister here: Registration Form \nDon’t miss out on the chance to engage with a real-world legal scenario and witness how modern law operates in cases of Russian aggression. \nWe look forward to seeing you on 21 October at the University of Amsterdam!
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/developing-a-victim-centred-justice-approach-moot-court-on-compensation-for-damaged-property-with-use-of-open-source-evidence-in-ukrainian-civil-law/
LOCATION:University of Amsterdam Law School\, Nieuwe Achtergracht 166\, Amsterdam\, 1018WV\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:T.M.C. Asser Institute - The Register of Damage for Ukraine: Towards reparation for victims?
DESCRIPTION:Ukraine Legal Network invites you to join us at the T.M.C. Asser Instituut for the latest Supranational Criminal Law Lecture: “The Register of Damage for Ukraine: Towards reparation for victims?” \nThe Register of Damage for Ukraine recently started operations\, focusing primarily on the critical category of damage or destruction of residential property. As it expands to include other categories of claims\, victims and survivors may have many unanswered questions about practical matters\, the Register’s mandate\, and how its work relates to other Ukrainian and international justice initiatives. \nThis Supranational Criminal Law Lecture\, which also features our colleague Olesia Zaiets as a panel member\, will take stock of the developments surrounding the Register of Damage at this critical stage and tackle pertinent questions regarding a comprehensive approach to addressing the harm suffered by victims. \nSpeakers:\n– Keynote presenter: Markiyan Kliuchkovskyi\, Executive Director of the Register of Damage for Ukraine (RD4U)\n– Dr. Kushtrim Istrefi\, Assistant Professor\, Utrecht University\n– Victoria Kerr\, Consultant\, T.M.C. Asser Instituut and REDRESS\n– Olesia Zaiets\, Project Officer\, Ukraine Legal Network and Board Member\, Ukrainian Victims of War\n– Moderator: James Patrick Sexton\, PhD Researcher\, T.M.C. Asser Instituut
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/t-m-c-asser-institute-the-register-of-damage-for-ukraine-towards-reparation-for-victims/
LOCATION:T.M.C. Asser Institute\, R.J. Schimmelpennincklaan 20-22\, Den Haag\, 2517JN\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Community Meet-Up & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:It’s been a while since we last saw you\, and we’ve missed you! \nWe are excited to invite you to an engaging community networking event focussed on the Register Of Damage For Ukraine. \nDuring the event\, you’ll learn how the Register’s records and databases operate\, and its crucial role in the compensation mechanism for damages incurred from Russian aggression. Two panellists will deliver presentations and share their expert opinions on the Register and its mandate. More details on panellists to be shared soon. \nIf you would like to attend the event\, or if you have any questions about the Register Of Damage For Ukraine\, reach out to us via this link and we will do our best to answer them during our discussions. \nDrinks and refreshments will be provided\, and we look forward to your presence!
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/community-meet-up-discussion/
LOCATION:Amsterdam Law Hub\, University of Amsterdam\, Nieuwe Achtergracht 164\, Amsterdam\, 1018WV\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240224T110000
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SUMMARY:Remember Together: Samen stilstaan bij 2 jaar na de grootschalige inval van Oekraïne
DESCRIPTION:Ukraine Legal Network urges its members and the general public to join us at the upcoming event\, “Remember Together: Samen stilstaan bij 2 jaar na de grootschalige inval van Oekraïne\, Utrecht\, being held on 24 February 2024. \n24th February marks a crucial moment for us to come together\, reflect\, and stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people.\nTwo years have passed since life in Ukraine changed fundamentally. Worldwide we witnessed how the democratic order was violated\, human rights were neglected\, human lives were neglected\, the most precious and respected what we have. \nIt is important that we unite in both thought and in our actions to advocate for justice\, peace\, and in order to end of human suffering caused by cruelty and unfairness. No matter where you are in the world\, we urge you to support the fight for justice in Ukraine. Let’s show empathy and openness to their stories\, amplifying their voices and reaffirming our commitment to a world where justice and peace prevail. \nTogether\, we can make a difference.
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/remember-together-samen-stilstaan-bij-2-jaar-na-de-grootschalige-inval-van-oekraine/
LOCATION:Beatrix Building Jaarbeurs\, Jaarbeursplein 6\, Utrecht\, 3521AL\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231122
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SUMMARY:Launch of Ukraine Legal Network and panel discussion on sanctions and confiscation of frozen assets as a form of reparation for Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Ukraine’s Day of Dignity and Freedom as we celebrate the official launch of the Ukraine Legal Network\, a new initiative of the Nuhanovic Foundation that aims to support Ukrainian survivors of international crimes in their fight for justice\, accountability and reparation. \nThis event will also include a panel discussion on the topic of using sanctions and confiscation of frozen assets as a form of reparation for Ukraine and Ukrainians. \nModerator\nDr. Kostia Gorobets\nAssistant Professor at the University of Groningen and Ukraine Legal Network member \nPanelists\nIvan Horodysky\nDirector at the Lviv-based think tank Dnistrianskyi Center\, Ukraine \nDr. André de Hoogh\nAssociate Professor at the University of Groningen and Advisor to the Netherlands Government \nDr. Pavlo Pushkar\nHead of Division at the Department for the Execution of Judgments of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) & Directorate General of Human Rights and the Rule of Law of the Council of Europe \nThom Dieben\nNetherlands-based lawyer specialised in cross-border criminal cases\, as well as civil and administrative law cases with European or international law aspects. \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/launch-of-ukraine-legal-network-and-panel-discussion-on-sanctions-and-confiscation-of-frozen-assets-as-a-form-of-reparation-for-ukraine/
LOCATION:University of Amsterdam Law School\, Nieuwe Achtergracht 166\, Amsterdam\, 1018WV\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231108
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SUMMARY:International Criminal Law & Universal Jurisdiction: Presentation by Hope Rikkelman\,  Head of Syria & Iraq Projects at The Nuhanovic Foundation
DESCRIPTION:On 7 November 2023\, Hope Rikkelman\, Head of Syria & Iraq Projects at The Nuhanovic Foundation\, gave a presentation to Ukraine Legal Network (ULN) members about the organisation’s long-standing work in the area of International Criminal Law and Universal Jurisdiction. Next to its focus on information-sharing regarding the experience of investigating and prosecuting grave international crimes in the Dutch jurisdiction and The Nuhanovic’s strategic focus in this regard\, this event also served as preparation for a court visit ULN is organising on 30 November 2023 to attend a groundbreaking crimes against humanity trial in The Hague: the first-ever Syrian regime-related criminal trial in The Netherlands. \nMs. Rikkelman explained how the Dutch Police’s International Crimes Unit and Prosecutor’s Office investigate and prosecute international crimes in the Netherlands and related this to details about the latest case that the Dutch war crimes prosecutor is preparing to take to trial on 30 November 2023 regarding the conflict in Syria. \nThe ensuing discussion included the topic of the role of civil society organizations in triggering these kinds of cases and the difference between national and international prosecutions of international crimes. This provoked the question whether the future of international justice lies in domestic courts. Zooming out\, participants considered the larger value of criminal trials next to their punitive characteristic\, for example as a platform for victims to be heard and as efforts to document and archive information as legal facts including for future generations.
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/international-criminal-law-universal-jurisdiction-presentation-by-hope-rikkelman-head-of-syria-iraq-projects-at-the-nuhanovic-foundation/
LOCATION:Amsterdam Law Hub\, University of Amsterdam\, Nieuwe Achtergracht 164\, Amsterdam\, 1018WV\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102
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SUMMARY:Study Visit to the International Criminal Court
DESCRIPTION:The Ukraine Legal Network organised a study visit to the ICC and facilitated interaction between its members and ICC officials. The visit began with a general presentation on the ICC outlining the main characteristics of the Court\, including specific crimes within its jurisdiction\, complementarity and individual responsibility. The visit gave ULN members an opportunity to witness the courtroom and attend a presentation about the role of participants in proceedings\, including as regards the role and qualifications of judges and prosecutors. \nNotably\, ULN members also had the chance to meet and interact with Dr. Philipp Ambach\, Chief of Victims Participation and Reparations Section at the International Criminal Court\, who kindly shared his knowledge and experience in the field and outlined how victim participation is organized at the ICC. Dr. Ambach also provided insights into how retraumatization can be avoided while approaching victims\, and the process through which victims of international crimes can reach out to the ICC in order to contribute to ongoing investigations and\, hopefully soon\, prosecutions.
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/study-visit-to-the-international-criminal-court/
LOCATION:International Criminal Court\, Oude Waalsdorperweg 10\, Den Haag\, 2597AK\, Netherlands
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