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37. Postgraduate Course on Victimology, Victim Assistance and Criminal Justice

From May 15 to 27, 2023, the 37th Postgraduate Course on Victimology, Victim Assistance and Criminal Justice took place in Dubrovnik, Croatia. This year again, numerous experts in the field of victimology provided fascinating insights into their research. Among the participants were six students from the Master’s program “International Criminal Justice: Law, History, Politics” and our research associate Linn-Sophie Löber, who gave a lecture on “Women in Armed Conflict and Post-Conflict Situations.”

Read here the students’ experience report:

What role do women play in armed conflicts? How do the media handle victims of transfemicides? How has COVID-19 affected international drug trafficking? And what are the limits and possibilities of international criminal law? These and many other questions were addressed at this year’s XXXVII Postgraduate Course on Victimology, Victim Assistance and Criminal Justice, offering participants the opportunity for lively exchange. Supported by the ICWC, we participated as a group of six students from the Master’s program “International Criminal Justice: Law, History, Politics.”

During the two-week course from May 15 to 27, lecturers and researchers from various disciplines presented their different perspectives on victimhood. This gave us a broad insight into their research fields and practical work in the field of victimology. Personal experiences were also shared alongside the academic content, creating an intensive space for both scholarly and personal exchange in a short time.

The beautiful setting of Dubrovnik provided the perfect balance to these engaging, yet often serious topics. During lunch breaks, the old town could be explored and swimming was possible. The lively excursions were particularly enjoyable, providing a great opportunity to connect with students and lecturers from Canada, India, and the USA.

Overall, the summer school allowed us to gain valuable experiences on both academic and personal levels. These experiences not only enrich our studies but also enhanced our intercultural and interdisciplinary competencies.