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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:Victims’ Perspectives: Barometer Research on Awareness of the Register of Damage for Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:🇬🇧 \nThe Ukraine Legal Network is launching a “Barometer” research  to assess awareness among Ukrainians residing in the Netherlands about the Register of Damage for Ukraine established in the Hague by the European Commission. \nThis initiative aims to gather feedback from the Ukrainian community regarding their knowledge of the available options for claiming compensation for losses and damages they have suffered due to Russian aggression in their homeland. \nULN is a part of this community and has been created to respond to the Ukrainian community’s needs. By working on the ground\, interacting with survivors\, and seeking ways to support and guide them towards justice\, the Network is dedicated to fulfilling its core mission. \nThe International and European community together with the Ukrainian government\, along with the President\, has made significant efforts to develop and establish a compensation mechanism for all victims in Ukraine.  \n The establishment of the International Register of Damage for Ukraine in The Hague is a critical first step toward ensuring justice and enabling compensation for victims\, aiming to support those affected even before the war’s conclusion.  \nIn the light of this\, we invite Ukrainians to take part in our questionnaire and make an input in assessing the community’s awareness of the Register of Damage and the broader compensation mechanism. \nThis research is designed to help us better understand and amplify concerns and hesitations of the Ukrainians. \nThe project will be carried out in two phases: \n\n Conducting comprehensive research to collect data;\n Sharing received results\, highlighting the key findings to policymakers\, legal experts\, and relevant stakeholders\, ensuring that victims’ voices are heard and acted upon.\n\nAll collected information and feedback will be carefully analysed and systematised. Importantly\, the insights gained will be shared as mentioned with key stakeholders involved in the crucial process of restoring justice and facilitating processes of claims submissions for compensation. \nULN will process all collected data in a safe and confidential manner\, ensuring that it serves the best interests of the Ukrainian community in the Netherlands\, who have been affected by Russian aggression. \nThis research is crucial as it can help us understand the Ukrainian community’s current experiences in utilising available opportunities to seek justice\, as well as their involvement in all stages of its implementation moving forward. \nThe questionnaire is accessible via the following link – Victims’ Perspective Barometer  \n  \n ***** \n \n🇺🇦Погляд постраждалих: Дослідження «Барометр» щодо обізнаності про Реєстр Збитків для України   \nПогляд постраждалих: Дослідження «Барометр» щодо обізнаності про Реєстр Збитків для України \nUkraine Legal Network запускає дослідження «Барометр» для оцінки рівня обізнаності українців у Нідерландах про Реєстр Збитків для України\, створений Радою Європи в Гаазі. \nЦя ініціатива покликана отримати зворотний відгук від української громади щодо її обізнаності про можливості подання заяв на компенсацію за втрати та збитки\, завдані агресією Росії в Україні. \nULN є частиною цієї громади та створена для підтримки та реагування на потреби постраждалих українців. Організація реалізує свою основну місію через роботу на місцях\, спілкування з постраждалими та пошук шляхів надання їм підтримки. \nМіжнародна спільнота та Європейський Союз\, у співпраці з українським урядом та Президентом\, доклали значних зусиль для розробки та впровадження механізму компенсації для всіх постраждалих в Україні. \nСтворення Міжнародного Реєстру Збитків для України в Гаазі стало важливим першим кроком до досягнення в майбутньому справедливості та отримання компенсацій\, підтримуючи таким чином постраждалих ще до завершення війни. \nМи запрошуємо українців взяти участь в опитуванні та зробити свій внесок у дослідження щодо рівня обізнаності громади про Реєстр Збитків та майбутнього механізму компенсації. \nЦе дослідження допоможе нам глибше зрозуміти й врахувати досвід та вагання  українців. \nПроект реалізується у два етапи: \n\nПроведення комплексного дослідження та збору даних;\nПублікація результатів із акцентом на ключових висновках для політичних діячів\, правових експертів та зацікавлених сторін\, щоб голоси постраждалих були почуті й враховані.\n\nУся зібрана інформація буде ретельно проаналізована й систематизована. Отриманими висновками ми поділимося з  ключовим учасникам\, задіяними у складному процесі по відновленню справедливості та ефективному поданні компенсаційних заяв. \nВсі зібрані дані будуть оброблені командою ULN в безпечному та конфіденційному режимі\, забезпечуючи їх використання в інтересах української громади в Нідерландах\, яка постраждала від російської агресії. \nЦе дослідження є надзвичайно важливим\, оскільки дозволить нам зрозуміти поточний досвід української громади у використанні доступних шляхів досягнення справедливості\, а також їхню участь на всіх етапах реалізації цього процесу в майбутньому. \nБудь ласка\, перейдіть за посиланням та дайте відповіді на запитання дослідження – Погляд постраждалих: Дослідження «Барометр»
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/victims-perspectives-barometer-research-on-awareness-of-the-register-of-damage-for-ukraine/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241106T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241108T180000
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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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DTSTAMP:20260415T182327
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SUMMARY:Expert-led session with Dutch International Crimes Team and Dutch National
DESCRIPTION:ULN Information session with the Dutch Police’s International Crimes Team and the National Public Prosecutors’ Office \n🗓 Date: Tuesday\, April 23\, 2025\n🕒 Time: 15:00 – 16:30\n📍 Amsterdam Law Hub\, Nieuwe Achtergracht 166\, 1018 WV Amsterdam \n  \nThe Nuhanovic Foundation together with 𝐔𝐤𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 invites Ukrainian lawyer to an expert-led session. \nExperts from the Dutch International Crimes Team and the National Public Prosecutors’ Office will provide insights into the legal framework\, the use of universal jurisdiction\, and the practical conditions under which such cases are pursued in the Dutch legal system. \n  \n𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥:\n🔹 Gain a deeper understanding of how Dutch War Crime Unit carries out an investigation and who can be a suspect;\n🔹 Discover what universal jurisdiction entails and which crimes fall under its investigation;\n🔹 What kind of information is important to share with the police?Strengthen your  professional capacity to contribute to accountability efforts.\n🔹 This session is a valuable opportunity to build legal expertise\, exchange knowledge\, and connect with practitioners working in international justice. \n𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝?\nLegal professionals\, donors\, academic partners\, NGOs\, governments\, and anyone committed to justice\, accountability\, and the rights of war survivors.
URL:https://ukrainelegalnetwork.org/event/expert-led-session-with-dutch-international-crimes-team-and-dutch-national/
LOCATION:Amsterdam Law Hub\, University of Amsterdam\, Nieuwe Achtergracht 164\, Amsterdam\, 1018WV\, Netherlands
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