Whitney R. Harris World Law Institute
Contributing to the
betterment of global society
The Whitney R. Harris World Law Institute uses a combination of education and research to increase global knowledge and understanding, promote the rule of law, and address problems that require international cooperation and international solutions.
Human Rights and the U.S. Gun Violence Crisis: A New Approach
On November 2 and 3, more than 150 people attended a conference at WashULaw, which brought together leading scholars and experts in the fields of law, psychiatry, sociology, medicine, and public health policy to focus on new approaches to the U.S. gun violence epidemic.
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The Harris Institute sponsors a wide range of programs and projects it draws on a vast pool of international and national expertise to foster collaboration, dialogue and a robust exchange of ideas among scholars, business and government leaders, members of civil society and practitioners engaged in international, transnational or comparative law work.
Lex Lata, Lex Ferenda
The Harris Institute’s blog features commentary on issues of foreign affairs and international and comparative law.
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Student Opportunities
The Institute provides students with a rich array of opportunities to engage in valuable research and practical experiences.
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Explore Our Publications
The Institute frequently publishes occasional papers and other monographs as well as print materials promoting international and comparative law scholarship, research, and activities.
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