Call For Applications International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Court Competition 2024
We are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Court Competition 2024! This competition is an excellent opportunity for law students to immerse themselves in the world of international humanitarian law, improve their legal knowledge and advocacy skills, and gain invaluable hands-on experience in constructing and presenting legal arguments.
What is the IHL Moot Court Competition?
The Lao PDR International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Court Competition is a simulated court proceeding where students participate in preparing and arguing a legal case in front of judges. This academic event aims to promote IHL principles, enhance students’ legal and advocacy skills, and foster connections among IHL experts in Laos and Asia. Co-organized by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Inter-University Cooperation Project Laos-Luxembourg, and the Faculty of Law and Political Science at the National University of Laos, the Lao PDR IHL Moot Court Competition serves as a national qualifier for the Red Cross IHL Moot Court Competition in Hong Kong.
Key Steps and Timeline:
● Registration Deadline: The registration form will close on 21st October 2024 at 5:00 pm. Make sure to apply before the deadline!
● Moot Court Training: Join us on the 25th and 26th of October 2024 at the FLP for comprehensive training sessions. This training is designed to prepare you thoroughly for the competition by enhancing your legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
● Memorial Submission: The deadline for submitting your memorials is 15th November 2024.
● National Round: The National Round of the Moot Court Competition in Lao PDR will be held during the week of 2nd to 6th December 2024 at the FLP. The winning team of this round will have the opportunity to compete in the International Round of the Competition.
● International Round: The International Round will take place in March 2025 in Hong Kong.
Competition Details:
● Team Composition: The competition is open to teams of two or three applicants. Applicants who register individually will have the opportunity to find partners during the training sessions, subject to the availability of other individual participants.
● Competencies: While the competition is open to all, we strongly encourage participants to have prior experience in law studies and a high proficiency in English, as all sessions will be conducted in English.
Submit your application today!
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