HIRAD ABTAHI, PhD

International Criminal Justice and International Human Rights Law Specialist

Over twenty-five years of uninterrupted practice in the fields of International Criminal Justice and International Human Rights Law, combining a high level of legal, diplomatic and managerial skills, with the mastery of three languages, as complemented by a wide array of academic publications and teachings.

WORK EXPERIENCE

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PUBLICATIONS

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ACADEMIC TEACHINGS AND DIPLOMATIC PRESENTATIONS

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My body of work dedicated to the following themes:  

International Criminal Justice and International Human Rights Law

International Criminal Justice and International Human Rights Law

Exploring international criminal justice and international human rights law while examining the ways in which these two fields overlap and inform each other.

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The ICC and me

The ICC and me

Inisghts into the history and purpose of the International Criminal Court and an overview of its global impact in holding individuals accountable for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community.

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Enforcement of Sentences

Enforcement of Sentences

Delving into the legal and practical considerations involved in enforcing the ICC's prison sentences in third countries.

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Targeting Cultural Heritage

Targeting Cultural Heritage

Understanding the role of cultural properties, their protection, destruction, and preservation in the context of armed conflicts.

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Public International Law

Public International Law

Examining the legal frameworks governing disarmament efforts at the international level.

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Regional Integration

Regional Integration

Highlighting the potential impact of regional integration on global geopolitics and the evolving dynamics of international relations.

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Human Rights Law and the Proclamation of King Cyrus

Human Rights Law and the Proclamation of King Cyrus

Uncovering the historical significance of the Proclamation of King Cyrus in the context of human rights law.

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Pop Art, Rock & Roll Diplomacy, and International Criminal Justice

Pop Art, Rock & Roll Diplomacy, and International Criminal Justice

Exploring the intersection of popular culture, diplomacy, and international justice through the lens of pop art and rock and roll.

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