…a time is “inefficient and ineffective” (paras. 781-782). This “remote investigations” approach has been criticized since its inception. In addition to reducing costs, local presence has other benefits including “the…

This blog is part of a series on selected aspects of the ICC Independent Expert Review Final Report released on September 30, 2020. Six new International Criminal Court (ICC) judges were sworn…

…successfully, it must also communicate its mission and achievements strategically and skillfully. Beyond outreach to affected communities (discussed in a separate post), the ICC has other communication responsibilities – it…

…by its leadership, but in large measure by its staff. It is no surprise then that the Independent Expert Review (IER) examined questions relevant to any organization: how can the…

…between an international court and the communities affected by the court’s investigations or prosecutions. In order for communication to be meaningful for the affected communities, messages need to be tailored…