Reproductive Violence and International Criminal Law

This book examines the phenomenon of conflict-related reproductive violence and explores the international legal frameworks capacity to respond to it. It conceptualizes reproductive violence as a distinct manifestation of gender-based violence and a violation of reproductive autonomy, and evaluates the current potentials of international criminal law for its prosecution as genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. It also develops proposals for a gender-sensitive interpretation of the existing legal framework and possible amendments.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 299 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2022
Publisher: T.M.C. Asser Press

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate phenomenon of conflict-related reproductive violence, shedding light on the limitations of the international legal frameworks in addressing this critical issue. While the international discourse on gender-based violence in conflicts tends to prioritize sexualized crimes, it fails to capture the full spectrum of the gendered dimensions of armed conflicts. Specifically, international law has often remained silent on the violence affecting or aimed at the victims reproductive system, perpetuating incomplete narratives of the gendered realities of these conflicts.

In order to rectify this oversight, the author conceptualizes reproductive violence as a distinct manifestation of gender-based violence and a violation of reproductive autonomy. Through a rigorous analysis, the book explores the historical approaches to reproductive violence and assesses the potential of international criminal law to prosecute it as genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. Moreover, it develops proposals for a gender-sensitive interpretation of the existing legal framework, as well as potential amendments to enhance its effectiveness in combating this heinous crime.

The book is meticulously crafted for researchers and practitioners in the fields of international criminal justice and international human rights law, with a keen interest in gender perspectives on international law, sexualized and gender-based violence, and the discourse on reproductive human rights. Authored by Tanja Altunjan, a former researcher at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, the book draws upon her extensive expertise and academic credentials to provide a comprehensive and insightful examination of this pressing topic.

By delving into the complexities of conflict-related reproductive violence, this book offers valuable insights into the urgent need for a more comprehensive and gender-sensitive approach to addressing this global concern. It serves as a crucial resource for scholars, policymakers, and activists working to promote justice, protect the rights of women and girls, and foster a more peaceful and equitable world.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789462654532
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021