Call for Nominations: 2013 Global Jurist of the Year Award
The Center for International Human Rights at Northwestern University School of Law invites nominations for its 2013 Global Jurist of the Year Award. The deadline is March 15, 2013.
The Award is granted annually to a judge in recognition of that judge’s contribution to the advancement of international human rights law or international criminal law. Special account is taken of those who have shown outstanding dedication to the rule of law and courage in the face of adversity, including personal risk. Jurists from all nations and tribunals are eligible for consideration.Nominations can be submitted electronically to j-sorensen@law.northwestern.edu or by mail to Professor Juliet Sorensen, Center for International Human Rights, Northwestern University School of Law, 375 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, USA.
The present value of the annual award is $5,000. The awards ceremony will be hosted by Northwestern University School of Law in Fall 2013.
For more info:
eben.saling@law.northwestern.edu
312-503-8579