International Tribunals and Human Security

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The purpose of this text is to evaluate the extent to which international judicial institutionsprincipally the four most prominent tribunals, the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, the Special Court for Sierra Leone and the International Criminal Court have proven effective in advancing human security. It examines the processes of international justice, the judicial outcomes of these institutions, and the more long-range impact of their work on human rights and peace to assess their consequences in the affected nations as well as the international community.

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Meerniks new book is an excellent examination of the work of international tribunals. Written in an accessible way, it provides a thorough and balanced assessment of their impact on a range of outcomes, from justice to peace to human security. It is an ideal text for undergraduate students. -- Andrew G. Reiter, Assistant Professor of Politics and International Relations, Mount Holyoke College
International Tribunals and Human Security is essential reading for anyone concerned about the impact of international criminal law. One of the foremost social scientists working on international courts, James Meernik gives a crystal-clear and evidence-based evaluation of tribunals effects on human rights protections, civil war, and public perceptions of justice. At times sobering and other times surprising, this book will challenge court proponents and critics alike to reconsider their expectations. -- Geoff Dancy, assistant professor, department of political science, Tulane University

Author Bio

James Meernik is professor of Political Science and Director and co-founder of the Castleberry Peace Institute at the University of North Texas.