Combating Impunity : examining amicus curiae, the International Criminal Court, and accountability for conflct-related sexual violence in the ongoing Ukraine conflict
Journal: Doria (University of Helsinki)
Year: 2023

This thesis examines the role of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in addressing conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with a focus on the legal frameworks and practical challenges in using amicus curiae to hold perpetrators accountable. By blending legal dogmatism and legal functionalism, this study seeks to provide a nuanced and comprehensive analysis of the ICC’s efforts to utilize amicus to combat CRSV during active conflicts. The purpose of this re