In December 2024 the United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted a resolution that mandates meetings in 2028 and 2029 with the intended outcome of an international convention to prevent and punish crimes against humanity. In collaboration with other organizations, ICUUW is working on strengthening gender justice in this new convention.

Why Does the World Need This Treaty?

Some of the most egregious international crimes are considered crimes against humanity.

ICUUW today signed on to a declaration advancing gender justice.

Background

In December 2024 the United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted a resolution that mandates a meeting in 2028 and 2029 with the intended outcome of an international convention to prevent and punish crimes against humanity. The Global Justice Center, in collaboration with many other organizations including ICUUW, is working on strengthening gender justice in this new convention. A working group at the UN will meet for the first time later this month, beginning the process of shaping the treaty to be negotiated formally in 2028-29. This declaration is provided as input to the working group.