Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Conference on Humanitarian Assistance at Sea
The John E. Read International Law Society (JERILS) at the Schulich School of Law is partnering with the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) team at the Canadian Red Cross to host this year’s IHL Conference on Humanitarian Assistance at Sea. This annual conference brings together experts from across government, armed forces, academia, and the humanitarian sector, to discuss the maritime dimensions of contemporary international humanitarian law.
This year, the focus will be on the provision of humanitarian assistance and protection at sea. As armed conflicts increasingly extend to maritime domains, humanitarian assistance at sea presents unique legal and operational challenges. Examining these challenges is essential to ensure lawful, effective, and safe humanitarian action in naval contexts.
Speakers include:
- Professor Heidi Matthews, Osgoode Hall Law School
- Professor Robert McLaughlin, Australian National University
- Major-General (Retired) Blaise Cathcart, KC
Categories
Faculty Interest, Student Interest
Time
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Location
Weldon Law Building, Room W104
6061 University Ave.
Cost
No cost but registration is requested.
Additional Information
The conference is open to all students, professionals, and community members.
The event will conclude with a reception featuring light food and refreshments.
