UN General Assembly (UNGA)
200 Articles

Impact-Based Jurisdiction and Crimes Against Humanity Statutes Are Needed for Effective Accountability
The answer is to fully enact international criminal law at the national level and to provide for its maximum reach.

Crimes of Omission: Why a UN Treaty on Genocide but Not on Crimes Against Humanity?
It is a matter of historical curiosity, and it's time for the UN to reunite genocide with its genus by concluding a parallel treaty.

Why the UN Needs a Comprehensive “Agenda for Protection”
The UN has repeatedly failed to fulfill its mission to protect civilians. A protection agenda could help it succeed. 

As the Draft Crimes Against Humanity Treaty Moves Forward, a View on How It Relates to the Rome Statute for the ICC
Crimes against humanity is the only international crime not governed by its own treaty. It's time to formally recognize such heinous conduct.

How the UN General Assembly Can Respond to Atrocity Crimes at Its 76th Session
It has played a significant role in preventing and responding to atrocities in the past - it should take five priority actions now.

Towards a New Treaty on Crimes Against Humanity: Next Steps
Such a convention could dispel the notion that only genocide deserves international sanction and attention.

Cybercrime is Dangerous, But a New UN Treaty Could Be Worse for Rights
First proposed by Russia, this dangerous proposal has gained enough support at the United Nations for negotiations to begin early next year.

Beyond the Coup in Myanmar: The Tatmadaw Must Be Hit Where it Hurts – Its Wallet
It's time for the the world to cut off Myanmar junta's access to international markets, writes Chris Sidoti.

The UN Has Options Beyond the Security Council for Cross-Border Aid to Syria
Security Council approval for cross-border aid expires July 10. Can the UN continue aid operations without Council authorization? 

UN Global Counter Terrorism Strategy and Humanitarian Action: A Case for Saving Lives
Counterterrorism measures are increasingly restricting humanitarian action, negatively impacting aid delivery, and posing security and legal risks to humanitarian actors and their…

Opening Pandora’s Box: New “Threats” in the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy
How should the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy respond to “new threats” of “terrorism"? 

Beyond the Coup: Can the United Nations Escape Its History in Myanmar?
After decades of awkward and all-around frustrating engagement, the U.N. needs to step forward with a more flexible and conscious approach that shows it has learned from past mistakes.