2024 Articles

Book Review: ‘A Day in the Life of Abed Salama: Anatomy of a Jerusalem Tragedy’ by Nathan Thrall By Junaid “J” Afeef May 2024 A summary of a book worth reading for anyone involved in human rights and international.

A Brief Summary of the International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion on Israel’s Policies in the Occupied Palestinian Territory By Junaid Afeef October 2024 On July 19, 2024, the International Court of Justice rendered an advisory opinion concerning the legal consequences arising from Israel’s policies and practices in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem.

Chair’s Column By Junaid “J” Afeef May 2024 A note from the outgoing chair.

City of Chicago Violates the Americans With Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act By Theresa Lechner February 2024 In March 2023, United States District Judge Elaine E. Bucklo found that the City of Chicago did not provide meaningful access pedestrian signals to blind and low-vision individuals.

Comments from the Chair By Ronald S. Langacker October 2024 A note from the chair.

Editor’s Remarks By Cindy G. Buys February 2024 An introduction to the issue from the editor.

‘Every One of Us Can Make a Difference!’ By Hon. Michael S. Jordan February 2024 Individually and jointly, the many agencies play a major role in the lives and welfare of all.

Illinois Extends Time for Filing Discrimination Claims Under Illinois Human Rights Act from 300 Days to 2 Years By Ronald S. Langacker October 2024 On August 9, 2024, Governor Pritzker signed into law legislation that extends the deadline to file an administrative charge based upon employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation with the IDHR from 300 days to 2 years. The law will take effect on January 1, 2025.

ISBA Anti-discrimination Provisions Column: How the Civil Rights Provisions Became Part of the 1970 Illinois Constitution By Professor Ann M. Lousin October 2024 The 1970 Illinois Constitution has been in effect for over a half-century. It is time to reflect on how some of its provisions came to be in the state charter and how they have affected Illinois.

Making a Difference for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence By Paloma Holloman May 2024 Ascend Justice is an advocacy organization that empowers individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence or the child welfare system.

New Law Supports Recovery for Youth Trafficking Survivors By Tayler Matthews May 2024 A new law, Public Act 103-0191, follows federal sentencing reform efforts to amend the unfair sentencing practices that impact criminalized youth trafficking survivors.

Purpose, History, and Structure of the International Court of Justice By Ronald S. Langacker February 2024 An introduction to the International Court of Justice, the principal judicial arm of the United Nations.

Statement of the ISBA Human and Civil Rights Section Council on the Urgency to Enforce International Humanitarian Law and to Protect Human Rights in Israel and Palestine February 2024 The ISBA Human and Civil Rights Section Council drafted a statement in support of the human rights of all people around the globe in the wake of conflict.

Summary of Students for Fair Admission, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and University of North Carolina and Its Implications By Cindy G. Buys February 2024 In Students for Fair Admission, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and University of North Carolina, the U.S. Supreme Court held that race-conscious affirmative action is unconstitutional.

Support for Proposed ABA Resolution Recognizing the Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution By Professor Cindy G. Buys May 2024 The American Bar Association is expected to consider adoption of a resolution recognizing the Equal Rights Amendment as the 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Title IX: Over 50 Years Old and Lookin’ Good—But What Have You Accomplished, What Remains, and Where Will You Lead Us Next? By Sharon L. Eiseman May 2024 The history of Title IX and a look at its future.

The World Court Hears Another Genocide Case: South Africa v. Israel By Junaid “J” Afeef February 2024 On December 29, 2023, the Republic of South Africa filed its “Application Instituting Proceeding" with the International Court of Justice against the State of Israel, alleging that Israel's assault on the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip constitutes a breach of the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.