Prof. Nußberger in the podcast “Recht verständlich” on the topic: Human rights understandable - human rights in armed conflicts
Unfortunately, armed conflicts are also currently affecting the lives of many of the people affected. This raises the question of whether rules apply in war at all and, if so, which ones? What is the difference between human rights, international humanitarian law and international criminal law? Which violations can be punished - and before which court?
These and other questions will be answered by Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Dr. h.c. Angelika Nußberger, Director of the Academy for European Human Rights Protection at the University of Cologne and former Vice-President of the European Court of Human Rights, answers these and other questions in the new episode of the podcast.
Prof. Dr. Angelika Nußberger on Hessischer Rundfunk about human dignity, freedom and equality
On December 18, 2024, Prof. Dr. Angelika Nußberger was a guest on the program “Am Nachmittag” on hr2-kultur. In conversation with presenter Daniela Baumeister, she presented her new book „Frei und gleich: Die Menschenrechte“ , in which she uses actual cases to address the universal significance and challenges of human rights.
In the interview, they also discussed how the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is implemented worldwide and whether it is necessary for judges to constantly reinterpret and renegotiate the content and limits of human rights.
Call for Abstracts: Urban Housing and Constitutional Law
World Comparative Law (WCL) is now accepting abstracts for its upcoming special issue "The City as Contested Space: Constitutional Perspectives on Urban Housing Disputes". The issue will be co-edited by Timo Laven, one of our PhD candidates at the Academy, and Katharina König of the FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg.
This special issue aims to explore how constitutional law shapes urban housing policy and addresses the growing challenges of housing crises in cities worldwide. The editors invite contributions that examine the constitutional dimensions of urban housing disputes, with a focus on comparative perspectives.
Abstract submission guidelines:
Word Limit: 500 Words Format: Word document Deadline: March 15, 2025 Submission email: anna-katharina.koenigfau.de
Prof. Angelika Nußberger was awarded the Romano-Guardini Prize 2024 on December 10, 2024.
The award was presented to her at a ceremony in Munich. The laudatory speech was given by the former President of the Federal Constitutional Court, Prof. Dr. Andreas Voßkuhle. Further speeches were given by Joachim Herrmann, Minister of the Interior of the Free State of Bavaria, and Cardinal Reinhard Marx.
The Romano Guardini Prize has been awarded since 1970 and honors outstanding services to the interpretation of time and the world in various areas of life.
Prof. Nußberger received the prize for her commitment to certain topics, in particular the protection of human rights, the preservation of the rule of law, the special features of international law in Central and Eastern Europe and the debate on Russia's political system.
We would like to congratulate Prof. Angelika Nußberger on receiving this special prize from the Academy.
Dr. Paula Rhein-Fischer in an interview with the State Agency for Civic Education
Dr. Paula Rhein-Fischer gave an interview to the State Agency for Civic Education of North Rhine-Westphalia as part of Human Rights Week. The topic of the interview was “A look into the research Read the entire interview here.g: Dr. Rhein-Fischer, are human rights in danger?”
Ms. Paula Rhein-Fischer talks about topics that concern her as a researcher on the subject of human rights; she also deals with the position of the Federal Constitutional Court and its influence on the development of human rights.
Professor Nussberger took part in the Belgrade Security Conference 2024. The Belgrade Security Conference 2024 took place from November 18 to 20 at the Sava Center in Belgrade under the motto "In Defense of Humanity". The high-level international conference provided an important platform for dialog on current geopolitical challenges. Discussions focused on the US and EU elections, Europe's position in the changing world order and the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Particular attention was paid to the integration of the Western Balkans and regional security issues. Highlights of the event included the presentation of the Lighthouse Award 2024, a memorial lecture for Budimir Lončar and various expert panels on topics such as cyber security and the role of the younger generation. Prof. Angelika Nußberger, Vice President of the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina and member of the Venice Commission, spoke on the second day of the conference in the session "The Judiciary as the Guardian of Fundamental Values". In her contribution, she addressed the role of the Venice Commission and emphasized the importance of dialogue with civil society. She also explained that the Commission also sends clear messages when necessary by avoiding diplomatic formulations.
Angelika Nußberger und Rotraut Susanne Berner präsentieren ihr gemeinsames Kinderbuch "Frei und gleich".
On November 24, 2024, Prof. Angelika Nußberger and Rotraut Susanne Berner presenteded their joint children's book "Free and Equal" as part of the 65th Munich Book Show. In the book, they convey the history of human rights in a visual way.
The book deals with fundamental topics such as human dignity, freedom, equality and security based on true stories. The authors address current challenges such as the situation of refugees, human rights in Russia under Putin and environmental and climate protection in the context of human rights. Particular attention is paid to the balanced presentation of human rights and human duties. As a result, the book not only provides information, but also encourages reflection.
New IACL Blog series with Prof. Nußberger: Spotlight on the Venice Commission
Introduction to new IACL Blog series: Spotlight on the Venice Commission
Helle Krunke & Angelika Nußberger
President of the IACL & Chair of the IACL Commission on the Cooperation with the Venice Commission
The International Association of Constitutional Law (IACL) and the Venice Commission have a long-standing cooperation. They have a lot in common, especially the strong focus on democracy, rule of law, and human rights, within and beyond Europe. The IACL has observer status in the Venice Commission, and the Venice Commission has observer status in the Executive Commission of the IACL. While the Venice Commission focuses more on practical work, issuing opinions on constitutional amendments and new laws, the IACL brings together constitutionalists from all continents and contributes to a better understanding of the similarities and differences of legal systems worldwide; thus, their work is complementary and mutually inspiring.
That is why the IACL and the Venice Commission have already organized several conferences together. The next joint conference with the topic “Lessons Learned and Learning Lessons. The Venice Commission’s Experience in Elaborating Transnationally Valid Constitutional Standards” will be held in Venice on 12 March 2025.
In light of the valued cooperation between the IACL and the Venice Commission, the IACL Commission on the Cooperation between the IACL and the Venice Commission, will introduce a new IACL Blog series to discuss important opinions of the Venice Commission.
On October 14 and 15, a delegation from the Venice Commission, of which Prof. Nußberger was a member, visited Warsaw, Poland, to prepare an opinion on the laws on the Constitutional Tribunal and draft constitutional amendments relating to the Constitutional Tribunal.
The delegation of the Venice Commission met with the Minister of Justice, Adam Bodnar, a former visiting professor of the Academy for European Human Rights Protection, members of Parliament (ruling coalition and opposition parties), the Constitutional Tribunal, the President's Office, the Deputy Commissioner for Human Rights, a former President of the Constitutional Tribunal and civil society organizations.
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