What role do sanctions play in international law? What are the conditions for implementing sanctions against a state? Who decides? Are sanctions a useful tool for avoiding or stopping armed conflicts?
This short course provides an introduction to the regime of sanctions under international law and their effectiveness in addressing contemporary forms of conflict. It addresses the questions related to international state responsibility, the outlawing of forcible self-help, the peaceful settlement of international disputes and the role of the International Court of Justice.
Audience
This short course forms part of the Geneva Academy Executive Master in International Law in Armed Conflict. It is open to professionals – diplomats, lawyers, legal advisers, judges, NGO staff, human rights advocates, media specialists, professionals working in emergency situations, UN staff and staff from other international organizations – who are not enrolled in the Executive Master and who want to deepen their expertise in this specific issue.
Schedule
Courses take place online during lunchtime on:
- Wednesday 11 January 2023, 12:00 – 14:00
- Wednesday 18 January 2023, 12:00 – 14:00
- Wednesday 25 January 2023, 12:00 – 14:00
- Wednesday 1st February 2023, 12:00 – 14:00
- Wednesday 8 February 2023, 12:00 – 14:00
- Wednesday 15 February 2023, 12:00 – 14:00
- Tuesday 21 February 2023, 12:00 – 14:00 (tutorial)
Limited Places
We can admit a maximum of five participants to this short course (in addition to students enrolled in our Executive Master).
Certificate
Participants obtain a certificate at the end of the course (no ECTS credits are gained).
How to register
Applications must be submitted via this online form.
Your application will need to include:
- A short motivation letter (no more than one page)
- Your curriculum vitae
- Proof of your competence in English (a certificate or statement highlighting your solid background in English)
- A valid copy of your visa or residence permit for candidates wishing to follow the short course in Geneva (only applicants who require a visa to enter the Schengen area)
Once admitted to the course, participants receive instructions on how to pay. Proof of payment is required before you begin the course.