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LENS Conference 2015: Civil Liberties in the Age of Forever War

by Center on Law, Ethics, and National Security (LENS)

The LENS Conference 2015, titled "Law in the Age of 'Forever War'", was organized by the Center on Law, Ethics, and National Security (LENS) at Duke University School of Law. This conference delved into the evolving legal challenges posed by modern warfare, emphasizing the rapid technological advancements, shifting international relations, and the increasing influence of non-state actors on the global stage.

Key topics addressed included targeting strategies, surveillance practices, the rise of home-grown terrorism, intelligence gathering in the digital era, and the imperative of upholding human rights and civil liberties amidst ongoing conflicts. The conference featured a series of expert-led sessions and discussions that explored these complex issues in depth.

Notable speakers included Senator Lindsey Graham, who delivered the conference dinner address, and Benjamin Wittes, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, who presented on the future of surveillance in the context of perpetual warfare. The event also provided networking opportunities for attendees to engage with experts and peers in the field.

This conference was particularly relevant for legal professionals, policymakers, scholars, and students interested in national security, international law, and civil liberties, offering valuable insights into the intersection of law and modern warfare.

Speakers(22)

Andrew Carswell

Senior Delegate to the Armed Forces, U.S. and Canadian Armed Forces for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) at International Committee of the Red Cross

Andrew Carswell serves as the Senior Delegate to the Armed Forces for the ICRC, representing both U.S. and Canadian Armed Forces.

Benjamin Wittes

Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at The Brookings Institution

Benjamin Wittes is a Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at The Brookings Institution and Editor-in-Chief of the Lawfare blog, focusing on national security and legal policy.

Col. Richard Jackson (Ret.)

Special Assistant for Law of War Matters at U.S. Army

Col. Richard Jackson (Ret.) serves as the Special Assistant for Law of War Matters in the U.S. Army, advising on legal aspects of military operations.

Elisa Massimino

President and Chief Executive Officer at Human Rights First

Elisa Massimino is the President and CEO of Human Rights First, an organization dedicated to advancing human rights and the rule of law.

Maj. Gen. Charlie Dunlap, USAF (Ret.)

LENS Executive Director at Duke University School of Law

Maj. Gen. Charlie Dunlap, USAF (Ret.) is the Executive Director of the Center on Law, Ethics and National Security at Duke University School of Law.

Mr. David Hoffman

Director of Security Policy & Global Privacy Officer at Intel Corporation

Mr. David Hoffman is the Director of Security Policy & Global Privacy Officer at Intel Corporation.

Mr. Gregory T. Nojeim

Senior Counsel, Center for Democracy & Technology and Director of its Freedom, Security & Technology Project at Center for Democracy & Technology

Mr. Gregory T. Nojeim is a Senior Counsel at the Center for Democracy & Technology and Director of its Freedom, Security & Technology Project.

Mr. Harvey Rishikof

Chair at ABA Standing Committee on Law and National Security Advisory Committee

Mr. Harvey Rishikof is the Chair of the ABA Standing Committee on Law and National Security Advisory Committee.

Mrs. Erin Wirtanen

Office of the General Counsel at Central Intelligence Agency

Mrs. Erin Wirtanen works in the Office of the General Counsel at the Central Intelligence Agency.

Ms. Andrea Prasow

Deputy Washington Director at Human Rights Watch

Ms. Andrea Prasow is the Deputy Washington Director at Human Rights Watch, focusing on U.S. foreign policy and national security.

Event Details

Date
February 27, 2015
Location
🇺🇸 Durham, United States
Duke University School of Law
Pricing
Free
Audience
Legal professionals, policymakers, scholars, students
CLE Credits
null
Attendees
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