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Gender Violence: Legal Challenges in International Contexts

Gender Violence: Legal Challenges in International Contexts

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Gender Violence: Legal Challenges in International Contexts

Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Time: 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. CET (9am-12pm ET)

Format: Hybrid (online and in-person)

In-Person Location: Milan Bar Association (Ordine Degli Avvocati Di Milano, Via Carlo Freguglia 1, 20122 Milan, Italy)  

Description:

In an increasingly gender-sensitive global context, our webinar aims to explore the complex topic of gender-based violence from a legal perspective. We will analyze legal frameworks in different jurisdictions and in international law, with a particular focus on challenges related to women's credibility within the justice system. Through in-depth discussions, we intend to provide a comprehensive overview of critical legal issues and possible solutions. 

Legal Protection for Women:

– A detailed comparative analysis of legal frameworks in various jurisdictions, highlighting differences and similarities. 

– Exploration of international legal instruments for women's rights and their implementation at the local level. 

Credibility Challenges: 

– The experiences of legal practitioners will be the focus of discussion, offering practical insights into the presentation of women's cases in the courts. 

– Insight into judicial perspectives and credibility assessment methodologies in gender-based violence cases. 

Insights from Different Jurisdictions: 

– Speakers and experts from various jurisdictions (US, Italy, UK, etc.) will share their practical experiences, contributing to a debate that is diverse. 

– An in-depth comparative examination of how different legal systems deal with cases of gender-based violence, with an overview of the relevant international legislation. 

Start Date:
  • July 9, 2024
Start Time:
  • 9:00 AM
End Time:
  • 12:00 PM
Areas Of Professional Practice Credit(s):
  • 2.0
Total Credit(s):
  • 2.0
Region:
  • Outside USA
  • Virtual Participation
Format:
  • Hybrid
Product Code:
  • 0NT51
Section Member Price: Free
Non-Member Price: $20.00
Sponsoring Committee Group
  • International Section
  • Committee on Continuing Legal Education
  • Italy
  • Women in Law Section