About Us - History and Objectives
The objectives of the International Law Association (Australian Branch) are to promote the study, elucidation and advancement of international law, public and private, the study of comparative law, the making of proposals for the solution of conflicts of law, and for the unification of law, and the furthering of international understanding and goodwill amongst persons of Australian citizenship and normally resident in Australia.
Material from the recent Twilight Seminar
Material from the recent Twilight seminar: Race Discrimination, the Intervention and Indigenous Australians held 24 March in conjunction with the Sydney Centre for International Law.
Letter from CERD to the Government of Australia.
Greg Marks' speaking notes for the seminar.
Results of the Brennan Essay Prize Competition
The lnternational Law Association (Australian Branch) is delighted to announce that this year’s Brennan Prize for Public International Law has been won by Hernan Pintos-Lopez, who wrote on the topic of humanitarian intervention in Darfur.
The overall standard of entires was simply excellent, and the jury was excited to see such quality scholarship from so many young scholars. The President will be writing to the winner, together with a number of other entrants, with a view to suggesting publication of their work in the Association’s Journal. The Association thanks all entrants for their interest in the Prize and wishes them well in their future careers.
ILA Early Career Members - New Section!
Members of the Australian Branch of the ILA (ILA(AB)) who are starting out in careers in international law, or who are interested in pursuing careers in international law, are encouraged to become involved in the work of the organisation.
Nygh & Brennan Prize Announcement
On behalf of the Australian Branch of the International Law Association I am delighted to announce the winners of the Nygh Prize for Private International Law and the Brennan Prize for Public International Law for 2007.
The entries were of a very high standard, and the Association congratulates all who entered. Particular mention should be made of the entries for the Brennan Prize. There were 20 entries, all of which were of excellent standard, and which covered an extensive field of topics. The jury found the decision extremely difficult. The Association intends to invite a number of entrants to submit their work for future publication.
I thank all the entrants, and extend an invitation to consider joining the Association to further their interests in public and private international law.
The winners will receive a certificate, a year’s membership of the International Law Association, and cash in the amount of $300.
Dr Christopher Ward, President, Australian Branch
Winner of the Nygh Prize for Private International Law:
Ms Belinda Robilliard
"Jurisdiction and Choice of Law Rules for Defamation Actions in Australia following the Gutnick case and the Uniform Defamation Legislation."
Winner of the Brennan Prize for Public International Law:
Ms Sonja Cenic
“State Responsibility and Self Defence in International Law Post 9/11: Has the Scope of Article 51 of the United Nations Charter Been Widened as a Result of the US Response to 9/11?”
Call for Papers – Australian International Law Journal
The Australian International Law Journal is calling for submissions of articles, case notes and book reviews on any area of public or private international law.
Click here for details (pdf).
NEW ONLINE PAYMENT FORM
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The International Law Association has over 50 branches worldwide and a growing membership of academics and practising professionals with an interest in international law. Membership is available to all persons (professional or student) interested in international law. Membership is for one financial year and your 2006-2007 membership application and Australian International Law Journal subscription can now all be paid simply and securely online... just click here.
