The Lawfare Podcast Prosecuting Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Armed Conflict
Feb 6, 2024
The podcast explores the legal framework and challenges of prosecuting sexual and gender-based violence in armed conflicts. It highlights the historical negligence of international law towards these acts, the development of recognizing rape as a crime under international law, and the mechanics of prosecution. It raises concerns about the disproportionate impact on women in armed conflicts and the difficulties in securing convictions for these crimes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Armed Conflict
03:25 • 19min
The Development of Recognizing Sexual Violence as Crimes Under International Law
22:18 • 5min
Sleep Quality, Online Harassment, and Personal Information Protection
27:03 • 4min
Prosecuting Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Armed Conflict
31:15 • 21min
Concluding Remarks and Acknowledgements
52:18 • 2min