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IBA global employment report highlights AI skills shortages and employee wellbeing as defining workplace challenges
The International Bar Association (IBA) Global Employment Institute (GEI) has published its 14th Annual Global Report, identifying the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) and digitalisation, persistent skills shortages and employee wellbeing as the key issues shaping employment law and human resources (HR) practice worldwide.
Released on May 27, 2026
El IBAHRI publica el informe “La democracia de Guatemala en una encrucijada: desafíos y oportunidades en los procesos de selección judicial de 2026
El Instituto de Derechos Humanos de la Asociación Internacional de Abogados (International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute u IBAHRI, por sus siglas en inglés) acoge con satisfacción la toma de posesión del nuevo Fiscal General de la República de Guatemala y Jefe del Ministerio Público…
Released on May 26, 2026
Danish Senior Partner Lise Lotte Hjerrild talks to the IBA for its Inspirational legal women podcast
Leading Danish M&A and corporate governance lawyer, Lise Lotte Hjerrild, is the third guest of the second series of the International Bar Association’s (IBA) Inspirational legal women podcast. In conversation with Sara Carnegie, Director of the IBA Legal Policy & Research Unit (LPRU), Hjerrild reflects…
Released on May 13, 2026
Millicent Walthew named 2026 recipient of the International Bar Association’s David W Rivkin Fellowship
The International Bar Association (IBA) has named Millicent Walthew as the 2026 recipient of the David W Rivkin Fellowship, an award established in honour of former IBA President David W Rivkin, who served from 2015 to 2016. The Fellowship recognises exceptional promise…
Released on May 11, 2026
Ukraine: IBA President Claudio Visco congratulates Dr Mark Ellis on distinguished honour
It is with great pride that I write to share congratulations to Dr Mark Ellis on the significant honour recently conferred upon him in recognition, by the President of Ukraine, of his outstanding contribution to international law and justice. Mark was presented with the Award…
Released on May 7, 2026
IBAHRI publishes report, ‘Guatemala’s Democracy at a Crossroads: Challenges and Opportunities in the 2026 Judicial Selection Processes’
As three key judicial selection processes unfold in Guatemala, the International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) has published the final report of its monitoring mission, which assesses the integrity, transparency and independence of the country’s ongoing judicial selection processes.
Released on May 4, 2026
IBAHRI renews calls for protection of journalists and accountability for crimes against them
On United Nations World Press Freedom Day, marked annually on 3 May, the International Bar Association's Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) reiterates its grave concern over the global erosion of press freedom, underscoring the essential role of a free and independent press...
Released on May 3, 2026
IBAHRI condemns Israel’s large-scale strikes on Lebanon and calls for accountability and lasting peace
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) has expressed grave concern over alleged violations of international law arising from the recent escalation of hostilities in Lebanon, while cautiously noting that diplomatic developments following high-level discussions held at the White House in the...
Released on Apr 29, 2026
IBAHRI calls for urgent action as the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office closes its international humanitarian law unit
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) calls upon the government of the United Kingdom to reconsider its decision to close the unit within the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) that seeks to identify the risk of atrocity crimes.
Released on Apr 29, 2026
IBAHRI warns the global rollback of women and girls’ rights demands urgent attention
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing and defending the fundamental rights of women and girls around the world as mounting evidence points to a concerning reversal of progress in multiple regions. The last year has seen…
Released on Apr 21, 2026
IBA War Crimes Committee Conference 2026 - Welcome remarks from IBA President, Claudio Visco
On behalf of International Bar Association, it is an honour to join you here in The Hague on the occasion of the IBA War Crimes Committee’s annual conference, this year focused on the theme ‘Masters of war’. I would like to thank the conference co-chairs…
Released on Apr 18, 2026
Türkiye: IBAHRI and partners form the Independent Legal Mission on the Peace Process
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) together with other legal and human rights organisations has formed an Independent International Legal Mission on the Peace Process in Türkiye (the Mission). Under the auspices of five legal organisations including IBAHRI, the Mission aims…
Released on Apr 15, 2026
Inspirational legal women podcast series: IBA launches new episode featuring leading French employment lawyer Pascale Lagesse
The International Bar Association (IBA) has released the second episode of its Inspirational legal women podcast Series 2, featuring prominent French employment lawyer Pascale Lagesse. In conversation with Sara Carnegie, Director of Legal Projects at the IBA’s Legal Policy & Research Unit (LPRU)…
Released on Apr 10, 2026
IBAHRI at the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council: takeaways
With the conclusion of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC61), held from 23 February to 31 March 2026, the International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) reflects on the key discussions and outcomes of the session, the side events held…
Released on Apr 2, 2026
IBA urges full cooperation with the International Criminal Court at UN Human Rights Council in Geneva
At a side event in the margins of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the President of the International Bar Association (IBA), Claudio Visco, and IBA Executive Director, Dr Mark Ellis, called for States Parties’ full and effective cooperation with the International Criminal Court (ICC)...
Released on Apr 2, 2026
IBA publishes new report on the digital nomad phenomenon and its implications for multinational organisations
The IBA Global Employment Institute (GEI) has published its 2026 introductory Digital Nomad Report, highlighting the increasing legal, tax and immigration challenges arising from cross-border remote work.
Released on Apr 2, 2026
IBA Pro Bono Award 2026 – call for nominations
The International Bar Association (IBA) is now receiving nominations for its 2026 IBA Pro Bono Award. The Award will be presented to the winner at a dedicated ceremony during this year’s IBA Annual Conference
Released on Mar 30, 2026
IBA Outstanding Young Lawyer Award 2026 – call for nominations
The International Bar Association (IBA) is now receiving nominations for its 2026 IBA Outstanding Young Lawyer Award. The Award will be presented to the winner at a dedicated ceremony during this year’s IBA Annual Conference
Released on Mar 30, 2026
IBA Human Rights Award 2026 – call for nominations
The International Bar Association (IBA) is now receiving nominations for its 2026 IBA Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Legal Practitioner to Human Rights. The Award will be presented to the winner at a dedicated ceremony during this year’s IBA Annual Conference
Released on Mar 30, 2026
Israel: IBAHRI condemns death penalty bills
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) expresses grave concern regarding two bills advancing in the Knesset that seek to permit capital punishment. The first bill, ‘Penal Law Bill (Amendment No. 159) (Death Penalty for Terrorists), 2025’, seeks to allow…
Released on Mar 28, 2026
IBA convenes high-level discussion in Geneva on push for accountability for Ukraine
A high-level coalition of legal experts, diplomats and policymakers convened in Geneva during the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC61) to explore and discuss synergies between international initiatives...
Released on Mar 26, 2026
IBA launches the Rule of Law Educational Project for young people amid global decline in legal protections
The International Bar Association (IBA), the global voice of the legal profession, has launched a new educational initiative aimed at empowering young people to understand, value and defend the rule of law...
Released on Mar 24, 2026
IBAHRI co-hosts UK parliamentary session spotlighting the plight of women and girls globally
The global decline in women’s rights around the world was highlighted at a session held by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on International Law, Justice and Accountability and the International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) in the United Kingdom’s Parliament earlier this month.
Released on Mar 23, 2026
New IBA report presents findings from global survey of 5,000 women lawyers on barriers to leadership
An International Bar Association International Bar Association (IBA) global survey of 5,000 women working in the legal profession across 100 jurisdictions examining the experiences of women working in law has revealed persistent structural barriers to senior leadershi
Released on Mar 17, 2026
The Israel-US-Iran conflict
The International Bar Association (IBA) and the IBA’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) condemn the escalation of the armed conflict around the Levant and Gulf region. The undersigned express grave concern about the serious and ongoing violations of international law…
Released on Mar 11, 2026
IBA launches series two with Fiona McLeod AO KC, Senior Counsel, during International Women’s Week
The International Bar Association (IBA) has launched Series 2 of its Inspirational legal women podcast during International Women’s Week to spotlight the experiences, leadership and perspectives of women shaping the legal profession.
Released on Mar 10, 2026
Sudan: IBAHRI calls for urgent responses as hallmarks of genocide found in El Fasher
On 17 February 2026, the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan published a report assessing the mass killings and related atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in and around El Fasher during its takeover of the city on…
Released on Feb 26, 2026
Marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
24 February 2026 marks the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Over the past four years the International Bar Association has provided significant assistance to Ukraine. From the first days of the invasion, the IBA spoke out clearly and unequivocally, condemning…
Released on Feb 24, 2026
IBA committees launch landmark ‘Nature-Intelligent Legal Services’ series to equip lawyers for nature-related risks
The IBA, the global voice of the legal profession, has announced the launch of the Nature-Intelligent Legal Services series – a landmark initiative designed to help lawyers and law firms understand, assess and respond to nature-related risks and opportunities arising from the accelerating biodiversity and ecosystem crisis.
Released on Feb 23, 2026
IBAHRI calls for written submissions for inquiry into Nagorno-Karabakh cultural heritage destruction
The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) and a panel of UK parliamentarians are inviting written submissions to inform an inquiry into the destruction of cultural heritage of the Armenian people in Nagorno-Karabakh. In the past ten years, acts of intentional destruction…
Released on Feb 18, 2026