The Legal Status of Personnel in Multinational Peace Operations with Special Regard to Sexual...

Category: Hárs, András, Vol. 3, No. 1, 2016, Gender Equality & Women’s Rights, Global Governance & International Institutions, Human Rights, Equality & Minority Protection, Criminal Law, International Law & Regional Integration, Articles, Defence Law & Military Governance

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Title: The Legal Status of Personnel in Multinational Peace Operations with Special Regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Committed During Peace Missions

Abstract: The article examines the differing legal status, jurisdictional immunities, and accountability regimes applicable to military and civilian personnel in United Nations peace operations. It identifies obstacles to prosecuting sexual exploitation and abuse and recommends stronger investigation, reporting, cooperation, and enforcement mechanisms.

Keywords: Peacekeeping personnel; sexual exploitation and abuse; jurisdictional immunity; international responsibility; United Nations; criminal accountability

Cite as: Hárs, A. (2016). The Legal Status of Personnel in Multinational Peace Operations with Special Regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Committed During Peace Missions. Studia Juridica et Politica Jaurinensia, 3(1), 17–27.

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