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The Vote4OurRuleofLaw (Vote4ORoL) Fellowship - Apply now!
The Vote4OurRuleofLaw (Vote4ORoL) Fellowship is an initiative designed to engage young Europeans more actively in the European Parliament (EP) elections, aiming to increase turnout rates to levels more comparable with national elections. This programme focuses on empowering young voters by highlighting the significant impact EU decisions have on their lives and the importance of electing politicians who are committed to protecting democracy. By providing education on the EP's role and the importance of informed voting, the fellowship seeks to develop a well-informed talent pool of first-time voters to enhance electoral participation in the upcoming June elections and beyond.
Interested? Learn more here.
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This project was made possible thanks to the financial support of the Culture of Solidarity Fund powered by the European Cultural Foundation in collaboration with Allianz Foundation and the Evens Foundation.
The project is supported by the Research Institute Law & Society (LSI) at Humboldt University and Princeton Program in Law & Public Policy.
12.03.24: Climate Circle - "Civil society participation and the question of legitimacy at the UNFCCC: the case of the Women and Gender Constituency" with Hannah Birkenkötter and Birgit Peters
We are very pleased to continue our reading series at the Integrative Research Institute Law & Society (LSI), Humboldt University Berlin, the "Klimakreis/Climate Circle", on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, from 19:00 to 20:30 (CET) via Zoom.
To recap our method: The CF will present the text critically and constructively in the presence of the author. After a few questions to the CF, the group will also discuss the text, but the author/CF are not involved in this discussion. Yet, both will have the floor for statements or a summary at the end of the meeting. The aim of this structured approach is to create a constructive discussion atmosphere based on the ideal of feedback among colleagues.
Please find the link to access the Zoom meeting below, combined with a warm welcome to this discussion round!
Zoom-Meeting: https://hu-berlin.zoom-x.de/j/67775713460?pwd=bjMra2FLK0ZuTEI0cVBDbG5MZlYxZz
Meeting-ID: 677 7571 3460
Password: 860456
13. Nov. 2024: American Academy Lecture: "The US Presidential Election and Its Foreign Policy Implications for Germany & Europe"
In this lecture, Michael Kimmage will delve into the far-reaching consequences of the recent US election, extending beyond the realm of U.S. domestic politics. U.S. Presidential election has implications for transatlantic relations and profound consequences for Europe influencing global political dynamics. Kimmage will examine how shifts in US leadership and priorities can reshape alliances, international cooperation, and geopolitical strategies, particularly for Europe and Germany, as they navigate a changing global order.
22.11.24: Lunch Session: "Externalising Asylum: Examining the Italy-Albania and Australia-Pacific Models"
Join us for a lunch session - an informal midday event with light refreshments, designed to discuss current issues of migration law. Prof. Dr. Pauline Endres de Oliveira (HU Berlin) and Dr. Nikolas Feith Tan (University of Melbourne) will provide legal insights on the challenges of externalizing asylum procedures. The discussion will focus on current practices in the legal context of the EU, such as the Italy Albania Agreement, and contrast them with the so-called "Pacific Solution" in the Australian context.
Where?
Room E25 of the Humboldt Law Faculty, Unter den Linden 9, 10117 Berlin
When?
22.11.2024 von 12:00 bis 14:00
The event will take place in English. Please register here by 18 November 2024 at: migrationsrecht@hu-berlin.de
The event is funded as part of the Joint Partnership Funding 2024 of the Berlin-University-Alliance.
Winter School "Environment, Law, and Society" 19.03. - 21.03.2025
The Centre Marc Bloch (CMB) and the Integrative Research Institute Law and Society (LSI) of Humboldt University are pleased to invite PhD students to submit abstracts for the International Winter School “Environment, Law, and Society”, which they will host in partnership with the Oxford Centre for Socio-Legal Studies (CSLS). This interdisciplinary event will take place in Berlin from March 19 to March 21, 2025. Gathering early-career researchers from different countries and different disciplines, the Winter School will aim at investigating the complex relationship between nature, society, and law. Engaging with key concepts and contemporary academic debates, it will foster an international dialogue on the socio-legal challenges inherent in the regulation of environmental issues. In so doing, it will offer a cross-cutting approach to research questions surrounding legal systems and societies in their relationship with the environment. Any PhD student interested to take part in the Winter School must send an abstract of their ongoing work (English, 300 words max.) and a short academic CV by December 20 at 12:00 (UTC+1), as a single pdf file to: ertug.tombus@hu-berlin.de
Doctoral programme Law & Society: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: two doctoral scholarships (2025-2029) funded by the DAAD
Application deadline: December 31, 2024 The doctoral programme Law & Society of the Integrative Research Institute Law & Society (LSI) in cooperation with the DFG Research Training Group DynamInt, Humboldt-University Berlin, is currently accepting applications for two doctoral scholarships at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. These scholarships are funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD, Graduate School Scholarship Programme) and offer up to four years of support, including a monthly stipend, language courses, and other benefits. Excellent international students with an interest in interdisciplinary legal research are strongly encouraged to apply.
Winter School on ‘Environment, Law, and Society’ – A Resounding Success
The Winter School on ‘Environment, Law, and Society’, held from March 19–21 2025 in Berlin, brought together PhD researchers from diverse disciplines and distinguished international scholars to explore the intersection of legal systems, societal dynamics, and environmental challenges. Hosted by the Integrative Institute Law and Society (Humboldt‑Universität zu Berlin), the Centre Marc Bloch (Berlin), and the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Oxford University, the event was a great success.
The Winter School on ‘Environment, Law, and Society’, held from March 19–21 2025 in Berlin, brought together PhD researchers from diverse disciplines and distinguished international scholars to explore the intersection of legal systems, societal dynamics, and environmental challenges. Hosted by the Integrative Institute Law and Society (Humboldt‑Universität zu Berlin), the Centre Marc Bloch (Berlin), and the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Oxford University, the event was a great success.
Over three days, participants engaged in thought-provoking discussions, shared cutting-edge research, and built connections that will continue to influence their work. The presentations by PhD students from across the world were not only insightful but also rich in interdisciplinary approaches, ranging from energy transition to the protection of environmental commons. The event provided a dynamic platform for critical dialogue and intellectual exchange, covering timely and urgent topics at the intersection of law, society and the environment.
As one participant reflected:
“Every presentation was fascinating, and the event was a real success in my opinion!”
Another participant shared their appreciation for the event’s welcoming atmosphere:
“I’m very grateful for having been able to participate, and for having been able to present my research in such a safe, encouraging environment. I’m also really inspired by your incredible organizational effort! The presentations were so well curated; and I loved the documentary and the delicious food you prepared for us. Thank you!”
These testimonials reflect the event’s commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive space for intellectual and personal growth. The careful curation of presentations, along with additional cultural experiences such as a documentary screening, contributed to the event’s warm and engaging environment.
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all speakers and participants for making the Winter School a memorable and inspiring event. We look forward to continuing the conversations sparked here in the months and years to come!
New series this summer term: "Conversations with Judges: Can Courts protect democracy?"
When democracies tumble, or die, what is the role of courts? What are promising judicial strategies, resilient doctrines, and helpful remedies?
