Prof Phoebe Okowa EBS
@Phoebe_Okowa
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Professor of Intl. Law, Lawyer, @UN International Law Commission Member, Co-editor @OUPLaw Monographs in International Law, currently UCHV fellow @princeton
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I am pleased beyond words and both honoured and humbled to n equal measure to have been elected today to the United Nations International Law Commission for the term 2023-2027. This is by any standards an outstanding mandate, thank you to everyone involved.
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Delighted, honoured and humbled in equal measure to be Kenya’s nominee for the International Law Commission 2021
@ForeignOfficeKE
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I woke up feeling that my entire life’s work has been a delusion. Ukraine has no concept of statehood, says Putin. So what do I tell my students this week about the sanctity of the UN Charter, rights of people’s to self determination and territorial sovereignty? (1/2)
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This week I say good bye to Sandra Muthoni Bucha, who has been my assistant since May. I am so pleased for her as she embarks on her next Chapter as a judicial fellow at the International Court of Justice. Warmest congratulations
@snmuthoni
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Thrilled to learn today that my candidacy for the
@UN
#ILC
has been endorsed by the
@_AfricanUnion
!
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I am honoured to have been co-nominated to the
@UN
International Law Commission by the Government of the United Kingdom
@GOVUK
, for those interested in learning a bit more about my background and my vision for the
#ILC
, here is my brochure!
@KenyaMissionUN
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No one wins an election alone and my victory on Friday could not have been possible without an amazing team behind me. Asanteni sana to all.
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Delighted to join the Public International Law Advisory Panel of the
@BIICL
. I have long been a supporter of the Institute and the important work it does in promoting the rule of law.
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This honour has filled me with immense pride. My Stockholm story has come full circle, as a young untested academic I examined my first doctoral thesis at Stockholm University - with the grand title of faculty opponent. I was all nerves and as a result grossly over prepared (1/2)
Stockholm University is awarding Professor
@Phoebe_Okowa
an Honorary Doctorate in Law with the great delight of me and all other colleagues at
@Juridicumsu
.
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In personal news, I’m looking forward to being back on the east coast for the next year as I take up a UCHV fellowship in Law, Ethics and Public Policy at
@Princeton
. Looking to seeing old colleagues and meeting new ones.
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It was an absolute honour to have acted for the Government of Namibia in this Advisory Opinion, ably assisted by
@IcarusChan_
as junior counsel. The separate opinions of Judges Charlesworth, Iwasawa and Tladi underscore the importance of a diverse bench.
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Since my nomination I have tried and insisted that I be judged on my record as a public international lawyer, however one cannot help but notice that Judge Donaghue’s remarks on the ICJ are also true of the ILC, the gender composition of both remains eerily similar to the 1940s
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Putin must be stopped in his tracks, the consequences of an unchallenged annexation of Ukraine are just too dire to contemplate. (2/2)
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That brings the 74th session of the ILC to an end, thanks to everyone for such a good first term! Now off home for some rest and relaxation!
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Just listened to three wonderfully inspiring stories of Kenyan women. Lady Justice Aluoch’s story of her rise from a junior magistrate to the International Criminal Court was a reminder that I stand on the shoulders of truly incredible women.
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Start of the hearings on the climate justice case brought by
@cosis_ccil
. Caught up with Queen Mary alumni
@ZPhillips268
who is representing Antigua and Barbuda as well as dear ILC colleague
@niluferoral
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Dr. Charles C. Jalloh, former Fulbright Chair in International Law, named Distinguished University Professor - FIU Law
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Would also like to offer my belated gratitude and congratulations to my brothers
@UKILCCampaign
,
@CharlesJalloh
and
@michaelkanuSL
who despite having their own elections to fight somehow managed to make mine a priority. Look forward to working with these outstanding legal minds!
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It’s been a privilege to teach on the United Nations regional course this week in Santiago de Chile for the Latin America and Caribbean. It’s a delight to engage with lawyers who continue to maintain an enduring faith in international law amidst all the current chaos and doubt!
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Much of what we do at the
#ILC
isn’t
possible without the assistance of young lawyers who generously give up a substantial part of their summer to support our work. Many thanks to three of my assistants who I’m saying goodbye to, Pauline Janssens; Julita Piróg and Ina Donvil.
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Looking forward to the African Union webinar on women in international law with a focus on Africa and the International Law Commission, register your interest here!
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I had the absolute honour today of meeting with the Permanent Representative of Mozambique, Mr Pedro Commissario Afonso - as a former member of the ILC, he provided many useful insights on the commission which I hope to be able to put to good use if elected!
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The end of this ILC session and I’m saying goodbye to the last of my assistants from NYU law. Thank you to
@ryenamora
, one of the most diligent and enthusiastic assistants one could wish for. Thanks also to
@AngelinaFisherD
and my colleagues at
@nyulaw
for the invaluable support.
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It was an absolute pleasure to meet Dr. Sing’Oei and to brief him on the important topics on the ILC’s agenda.
Honoured to receive Prof Phoebe Okowa, member International Law Commission. Prof. Okowa lends unique approaches to complex contemporary legal questions- climate change, ocean governance, crime of aggression- critical to sustainable development.
@ForeignOfficeKE
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Join me and Prof Makane Mbengue today at 12:30 BST for a conversation on building a career in International Law!
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Congratulations to all involved on the successful publication of the Oxford Handbook of International Environmental Law, delighted to have contributed a chapter! For those interested there is an online event with a fantastic panel to celebrate the launch, link with info below
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Russia should, of course, abide by the ruling. The UK should lead by example and get out of the Chagos Islands in line with the 2019 Advisory Opinion.
UN International Court of Justice orders Russia to halt invasion of Ukraine
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I am absolutely thrilled to have the full support of the Institute of African Women in Law. With much gratitude to the Director Professor Jarpa Dawuni for taking the initiative on this. Have a read!
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Delighted to have another female member on the commission! One step closer to achieving gender parity
Ms. Alina Orosan (Romania) has been elected by the ILC to fill the casual vacancy in the Commission -
#ILC_2024
#Intlaw
@ABILA_official
@ILA_official
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I was delighted that our assistant Foreign Minister the Honourable
@AbabuNamwamba
was able to join us for a lovely evening at the
@ThailandUN
, with thanks to
@USUN
@HUNMissionToUN
@KenyaMissionUN
and
@NZUN
for such a great reception for the
#ILC
women candidates
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On this
#InternationalWomensDay
my thoughts are with all the women in conflict zones from Yemen to Ukraine who in their many different ways are courageously holding their own in response to wars not of their own making
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Heartfelt congratulations to the new Chichele Professor. My brother and colleague
@DapoAkandeLaw
, a consummate international lawyer and a wonderful person too!
I am absolutely delighted to announce the appointment of
Professor DAPO AKANDE
as the new
CHICHELE Professor of Public International Law
@OxfordLawFac
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Absolutely delighted to be conferred the honour of Elder of the Burning Spear EBS in this year’s Jamhuri day honours list. To my people, asante sana!
We thank HE the President
@WilliamsRuto
for conferring on some distinguished Kenyan professionals in the UK the national honour of Elder of the Burning Spear EBS for services to Kenya & the world. Take a bow Prof Washington Ochieng, Prof Phoebe Okowa & Dr Moses Langat. 1/2
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Full Professorship for Patricia Kingori: A Historic First for Oxford
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Statehood is one of the topics that was put on the ILC’s agenda at its inception. Tackling the issues requires serious political courage and
@GlexAreen
book Statehood as Political Community is a masterpiece on this important but elusive topic, available in all good book stores 😉
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On this UN anti-racism day, we remember the brutal events of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre. This past year has served as a reminder of just how far we still have to go to end racial discrimination. We must all do better.
#UNAntiRacismDay
#SpeakUp
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Delighted to see so many members of the
@ICON__S
community at the women’s breakfast. A wonderful opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to gender parity and inclusivity as a foundational ICONS value. (1/2)
@MHailbronner
&
@Phoebe_Okowa
just led the 2022 on-site Women's Reception. It was the occasion for Scholars from all over the world to discuss the challenges women face in public law & to reflect on how to advance gender parity in academia.
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Another excellent piece from Eirik Bjorge on the recent SecurityCouncil resolution 2728 demanding a ceasefire in Gaza, well worth a read
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We should all toast
@opiniojuris
for another great piece exposing the insanity of the complete lack of gender equality in the
#ILC
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Had a great time with
@UKILCCampaign
discussing the role of the ILC, thank you so much
@AsymmetricalH
for having us on the podcast! Have a listen 😊
Elections at the UN in next few weeks. Not only the
@CIJ_ICJ
but also the International Law Commission. We talk to two candidates
@Phoebe_Okowa
and
@UKILCCampaign
about representation and diversity
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Thank you, Ambassador Esipisu, for taking the time yesterday to discuss my campaign, it was truly a pleasure!
Was delighted to meet
@Phoebe_Okowa
, Professor of Public International Law at the fabled
@QMUL
and Kenya's candidate for
@UN
International Law Commission, reaffirming Kenya's commitment to multilateralism & International law.
@AmbMKimani
@owuorms
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On this Thanksgiving I would like to express my gratitude for the
@AfricaWomenLaw
and its formidable Director Professor Jarpa Dawuni. They consistently campaign with zeal for African women aspiring to high offices in legal institutions. Thank you all for believing in me.
Congratulations to Prof. Phoebe Okowa for her election to the International Law Commission! Her historic win makes her the first woman from the continent of Africa to be elected to the ILC.
@Phoebe_Okowa
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Still time to register online or in person!
Coming Up: 27 Sept
What next for the International Law Commission?
Spks Prof Dapo Akande, Prof Phoebe Okowa & Martins Paparinskis
Give their views on the future work of the Commission.
@DapoAkandeLaw
@Phoebe_Okowa
@MPaparinskis
Hybrid event
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Always been so reassuring to know that I have such wonderful women alongside me 💪🏾
Inspired by
@jamessflee
- just a few women Professors of Law catching up after first meeting years ago & reflecting on their collective journeys since
@Phoebe_Okowa
@d_ashiagbor
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It was a real pleasure yesterday to have the opportunity with four super talented international lawyers to discuss and share our vision at the
#ILC
women event. Thanks especially to
@NZUN
@MFAThai
@USUN
@HUNMissionToUN
and
@KenyaMissionUN
for organising the event!
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Once again it was a real pleasure to teach on the
@UN
Regional Course in International Law for Africa in Addis Ababa. A big shout to the participants for their insightful perspectives on the reality of international law.
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The drafting committee certainly takes it out of you but at the end of a productive
#ILC
week it’s been a pleasure to have two fantastic lawyers,
@IcarusChan_
and Sean O’Reilly, to assist me
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I will be giving Josephine Onoh Memorial Lecture next Wednesday, Onoh was a pioneering African international lawyer taken far too soon. It’s a real honour to have the opportunity to give this talk, a recorded version will be available for those not able to make it to
@UniOfHull
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Reminiscing on a lost way of life... The last time I traveled for work in March 2020, it was an absolute delight to spend some teaching time with the participants at the
@UN
Regional Course in International Law in Addis Ababa!
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Looking forward to what should be a great discussion on the
#ILC
’s agenda, both past and present. Zoom registration details to follow but for those invited save the date for next Monday!
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Fantastic celebration of the end Kenya’s presidency of the Security Council. Thanks to
@AmbMKimani
and his team. A great affirmation of Kenyan leadership on the Global stage.
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This is fantastic news. Good to see a new administration in Washington that believes in the rule of law.
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A shame I had to miss this reception, looking forward to seeing all the other wonderful female candidates at this evenings event! 💪🏿
It is an honor and a pleasure to spend time with such incredible fellow female candidates to
#ILC_2021
@Phoebe_Okowa
&
@pj_ridings
you were missed!
If all elected, the
#ILC
would double its current female participation. Still far from parity, but a step in the right direction
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An absolute pleasure to give yesterdays
#IWD
keynote speech at Zambia House
HC
@MEsipisu
and the Kenya High Commission London team were honoured to support
@asahcalondon
's
#IWD
successful event themed on Inclusion graciously hosted by
@ZambiaHigh
and organised by
@waijk
. Prof Phoebe Okowa delivered keynote
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Thank you Nilufer! Looking forward to this journey together 😊
@nnnegm
Ambassador-Wonderful development that Dr. Phoebe Okowa has been nominated to the ILC for Kenya. Congratulations to her.
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It was an honour to take part in the
@IntlCrimCourt
20th anniversary celebrations, an opportunity to reflect on the courts past achievements and its future concerns in these increasingly challenging times
#ICC
at 20 conference: Session 3.4
Prospects of adding new crimes in the ICC’s jurisdiction
➡️ Prof. Phoebe Okowa
@Phoebe_Okowa
, Queen Mary University
📅 Friday, 1 July from 15:45
ℹ️
🎥
#MoreJustWorld
#ICCis20
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It was a pleasure to contribute to this groundbreaking collection of essays, huge gratitude and many congratulations to the three editors
@MHailbronner
@sujit_choudhry
and M. Kumm
Our volume (w.
@sujit_choudhry
&M. Kumm) on canonical texts in comparative constitutional law is finally out.Thanks to all authors&others who helped,this was not an easy project to pull off.Hopefully it helps to start a conversation rather than shut it down.
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Arguably (I may be biased!) one of the most important panels at the
@ICON__S
conference with some valuable insights from
@Sgloppen
,
@JuditSandorM
and
@PAVLMex
on a very pertinent issue
#iconswroc
ław Highlights📸
🎯Plenary Panel Healing the World: Global Public Health Challenges and Perspectives with
@Phoebe_Okowa
,
@JuditSandorM
,
@Sgloppen
&
@PAVLMex
📺
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This time I am of course on slightly steadier feet. With much gratitude to the many
@Juridicumsu
colleagues that I have had the privilege of working with!
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Thanks so much for your kind words Charles, it would be wonderful to work together on the ILC
It’s exciting to see
@ForeignOfficeKE
nominating for the ILC
@Phoebe_Okowa
. She’s a well known IL scholar. Having followed her work, over the years, I have no doubt she will make an excellent contribution to the ILC. I hope she becomes the first African woman elected to the ILC!
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These are challenging times, looking forward to a lively discussion
Monday, 3/14, noon, Anchor Event: “Ukraine, Climate Justice and the Future of International Law,” presented by our second spring Distinguished Lecturer Professor
@Phoebe_Okowa
, Queen Mary University. REGISTER:
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My good friend Eiirik Bjorge has just published an outstanding article on opposability in the
@OUPLaw
British Yearbook - absolutely essential reading for all international lawyers!
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This is a fantastic idea which would have been a life saver when I had small children, I hope to see more conferences taking this approach!
We believe in inclusive academic enviroment, this is why the
#iconsmadrid
will be child-friendly! Your kids are welcome to accompany you to all panels & events.
@IElaw
partnered with Alopeke for child services during the conference. Book your child's spot by April 30th!
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Hongera Balozi. Thank you for highlighting Africa’s perspectives on this important question. Now the real work begins to ensure that these are fully argued before the ICJ itself.
Important day at the
@UN
today, as Core Group (CG) member 🇸🇱 applauds the leadership of
@VanuatuUN
& work of the CG as the
#UNGA
takes action on the
#ICJAO4Climate
advisory opinion request.
Also,
@PMSLUN
to host event on
#ISDS
reform & the proposed Multilateral Investment Court
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Very much looking forward to this event on Thursday! I wouldn’t be where I am today without the wonderful
@wadhamoxford
This event with
@Phoebe_Okowa
will now happen this Thursday, May 26, 5-6pm, at the LSK Room
@wadhamoxford
. Come join us to hear from the inspiring Prof Okowa about her trajectory in international law and the legal profession. Open to all, no registrations!
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A truly relatable experience for all academics from the global south, well worth the read
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@ILCRSTA
@univofstandrews
@VMiyandazi
@UKYoungAcademy
@StAndrewsHist
Many congratulations Vicky. Continue reaching for the stars. Well done.
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A fantastic nomination of a formidable international lawyer!
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Less than two weeks after losing my suitcase, which never arrived and I had to collect from the airport,
@British_Airways
have unilaterally cancelled my flight to Lyon with a days notice and offered an inconveniently timed alternative + class downgrade with no compensation!
My baggage failed to arrive in Stockholm yesterday,
@British_Airways
website is down and it’s impossible to get through on any phone line. I cannot even alert them that I don’t have my baggage let alone seek compensation as a longstanding customer I am utterly appalled by this!
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The specific challenges of our time require each of us to recommit to the rule of law
The
@IntlCrimCourt
celebrated its 20th anniversary today with a one-day conference in The Hague.
The final session of the day, focusing on the future of the court, prominently featured discussion of
#ecocide
as a possible 5th
#RomeStatute
crime.
Read more:
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With huge thanks to our hosts the University of Wrocław and the centre for constitutional law at the
@UTAustin
and
@RichardAlbert
who sponsored the breakfast! (2/2)
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@AbabuNamwamba
Thank you mweshimiwa for supporting my ILC campaign, totally and unequivocally. Our country needs more patriots like you.
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Looking forward to attending the Kenya Society’s “Choose to Challenge” Women's Day Event on Thursday and hearing from a panel of inspiring Kenyan women, the event is open to all so feel free to register!
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@michaelkanuSL
@africaupdates
@UN
@Presidency_SL
Huge respect Balozi. You have been a strong voice not just for Sierra Leone but the entire continent. Many congratulations.
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@AmbMKimani
@KenyaMissionUN
@ForeignOfficeKE
With much gratitude ambassador, your support and that of the Kenyan people means so much to me
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@pj_ridings
@PatrciaGalvoTe1
@niluferoral
@Vilawanm
A truly good day for the ILC. Warmest congratulations Alina and look forward to seeing you in Geneva soon.
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Today on
#IWD2023
sending my warmest congratulations to Dr Dara Modeste who successfully defended her doctoral thesis yesterday. A shout too to her two supervisors my colleagues
@mario_mendez1
and Caroline Morris. Pictured here with Prof Beyani, Prof. Eirik Bjorge also joined!
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My baggage failed to arrive in Stockholm yesterday,
@British_Airways
website is down and it’s impossible to get through on any phone line. I cannot even alert them that I don’t have my baggage let alone seek compensation as a longstanding customer I am utterly appalled by this!
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@SingoeiAKorir
@smutoro
Well said. Democracy values everyone equally even if the majority does not.
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@MEsipisu
@WaiJk
@WilliamsRuto
@KenyaMissionUK
@MusaliaMudavadi
@SingoeiAKorir
@roselinenjogu
@UKinKenya
@FCDOGovUK
@commonwealthsec
Absolutely well deserved. Thank you both for your service and many acts of kindness to me and the Kenyan people in the UK. Much gratitude.
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Thank you Shazia! From you I have learned the true meaning of allyship 💪🏿
Happy
#IWD
everyone - I'm going to focus on the positive today and celebrate two amazing women in my life who quietly walk the walk on feminist solidarity everyday. Take a bow
@d_ashiagbor
@Phoebe_Okowa
💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿
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@Omwami_alakonya
Many congratulations on your D.Phil. Hudson. It is an absolute honour for you, your family and all of us who will take so much pleasure in your exceptional achievement. I look forward to the party as agreed.
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Phenomenal women, exhibition of the portraits of UK black women, Paul Hastings LLP, With Toni Williams, Diamond Ashiagbor and Fareda Banda
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@niluferoral
@MariaGavouneli
@ILA_official
Many congratulations Maria. I have no doubt that you will steer the ILA to great heights.
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@OkowaNashon
Thank you Nyathiwa. I stand on the shoulders of many Kenyan women and this one is for them too.
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I can vouch that it not only looks good but tastes amazing too!
I'm really not into being a domestic goddess or anything but this is one of my best efforts yet. Look!
@Phoebe_Okowa
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@kaari_murungi
@thekhrc
@makaumutua
@ItsGeorgeKegoro
@hakimorara
@Paul_Muite
@GitobuImanyara
@orengo_james
Well done team. It is the beginning of a long overdue conversation about historic responsibility and the moral bankruptcy of arguments based on inter-temporal law.
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Not to mention they had the audacity to charge me for excess baggage on return from Stockholm for the clothes I had bought as I had none of mine and have made seeking compensation incredibly difficult in both cases. Will be taking every effort to avoid using BA going forward.
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