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The Open Society Justice Initiative pursues and supports strategic litigation in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. Read our News Releases and Advocacy Updates on our work.
Justice Initiative Joins Common Stand Against US Sanctions on ICC
The Open Society Justice Initiative has joined more than 70 civil society and faith-based organizations in expressing its deep concern over the potential use of United States sanctions to attack the International Criminal Court.
January 06, 2025An Update on the Work of the Open Society Justice Initiative
Following a significant operational reorganization of the Open Society Foundations, the Board and leadership of Open Society have reaffirmed the importance of strategic litigation as a pathway to advancing open societies, human rights, and the rule of law.
December 16, 2024Afghanistan's Taliban Face New International Pressure on Rights of Women and Girls
Four countries are calling the Taliban to account over their violations of the rights of women and girls, in a process that could bring the Afghan regime before the International Court of Justice.
September 25, 2024French Court of Appeal Validates Historic Arrest Warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad: A Legal Milestone and Important Victory for Survivors
The Paris Court of Appeal upheld arrest warrants for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, his brother Maher al-Assad, and two senior military officials for their alleged roles in the 2013 Ghouta and Douma chemical attacks.
June 26, 2024EU Top Court to Review Denmark's “Racially Discriminatory” “Ghetto Package”
EU’s Court of Justice is set to review Denmark's "Ghetto Package," challenged for racial discrimination, on September 30. The case impacts thousands of displaced families and the ruling could influence anti-discrimination laws across Europe.
June 17, 2024Justice Initiative Welcomes ITLOS Advisory Opinion on Climate Change and the Marine Environment
An authoritative legal opinion from the International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea will fortify international climate commitments and compel stronger actions to mitigate climate harm.
May 22, 2024ITLOS Advisory Opinion on Climate Harm and the Marine Environment: a Summary
A summary of the main elements of the International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) advisory opinion clarifying the obligations of states under international law to protect the marine environment from the adverse effects of climate change
May 21, 2024New Guide Explores Issues around Open Source Evidence in Court
A new guide examines the status of digital open source material as evidence in judicial proceedings, and how should judges and fact-finders approach its analysis.
May 20, 2024