Distinguished Leadership in International and Human Rights Law
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Catholic University of LouvainDr. Jean-Yves Carlier serves as Professor at both Université catholique de Louvain and the University of Liège while maintaining his practice as an attorney. His expertise spans private international law, European law, and human rights law, with particular focus on migration and refugee rights. His academic influence extends through visiting professorships at numerous prestigious institutions including Paris 2 (Panthéon-Assas), Strasbourg, The Hague Academy of International Law, and various universities across Europe and Africa. His scholarly contributions include significant publications on refugee law, European migration policy, and human rights, notably his work on asylum law and the rights of foreign nationals. As a key instructor in UCLouvain's International Law MicroMasters program, he co-teaches the Asylum and Refugee Law course, demonstrating his commitment to expanding access to legal education. His recent research examines the evolution of children's rights in European migration law, reflecting his ongoing dedication to advancing human rights protections through both academic work and legal practice.