International Protection for the Victims of Sexual Violence in Conflict?

Citation:

Freedman, Jane. 2009. “International Protection for the Victims of Sexual Violence in Conflict?” Paper presented at the International Studies Association’s 50th Annual Convention, New York, February 15.

Author: Jane Freedman

Annotation:

Despite the recognition of rape as a war crime by international policy-making organisations and international criminal tribunals,  it is still difficult for the victims of rape during wars to access national and international protection or reparation.

Topics: Armed Conflict, International Law, International Organizations, Justice, International Tribunals & Special Courts, Reparations, War Crimes, Sexual Violence

Year: 2009

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