Quotes
Prof. Lamarche is confident that international law will play a leading role in dealing with the impacts of globalization, especially with regard to women:
“With globalisation, came an increased commodification of women’s lives and work, and accordingly, market violence is one of women’s worst enemies. International human rights law must address such issues.”
News
Professor Vasudev publishes article about the Egypt crisis
Article by professor Palladam Madhavrao Vasudev, Faculty of Law, about leaders and Egypt crisis. (‘Statute of Limitations’ a must for leaders - Indian Newslink)
CTV News interview with professor Errol Mendes
Interview with Professor Errol Mendes, Faculty of Law, about what Gadhafi is trying to do. (Gadhafi compound hit as Libya strikes go on - CTV News)
Vice Dean Larocque testifies before the House of Commons Subcommittee on International Human Rights
On Thursday, March 10 at 1pm, Vice Dean François Larocque will testify as part of the Subcommittee's discussion of Bill C-483 (An Act to amend the State Immunity Act (genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes or torture)).
Sonya Nigam, Executive Director of HRREC, Discusses Human Rights in India
Sonya Nigam, Executive Director of the Human Rights Research and Education Centre (HRREC) has published an article focusing on human rights in India in the latest edition of Canadian Lawyer. (details)
Professor Nicole LaViolette ('96) Appears Before Parliamentary Committee on Human Rights
On February 17, 2011, Professor Nicole LaViolette ('96) appeared before the House of Commons Subcommittee on International Human Rights of the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development to address the treatment of sexual minorities in Uganda. (details)
