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Jacques Fierens is a Lecturer at the University of Namur (Faculty of Law) and a Visiting Professor at multiple institutions, including the University of Liege, University of Rwanda, and University of Burundi. His career spans over four decades, with expertise in philosophy of law, human rights, family law, international criminal law, and social assistance.
- University of Namur: Lecturer and Head of University Cooperation
- University of Liege: Lecturer since 1997-1998
- University of Rwanda: Visiting Professor (1997-2006)
- University of Burundi: Visiting Professor
- University of Lubumbashi: Visiting Professor
Research Interests: Fierens focuses on law intersecting with human rights, poverty, and children's rights. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1 (No Poverty), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). He has pioneered innovative legal technology projects, including mobile applications and web databases, to enhance legal accessibility and youth empowerment.
Scientific Awards:
- Adelson Castiaux Prize, Royal Academy of Sciences, Letters and Fine Arts of Belgium
- First prize in international human rights pleading competition (Caen, France), 1996
Grants and Projects: He has led major initiatives, such as the development of a web database for crimes against humanity and genocide research (1998), and the innovative mobile application "Mes droits au bahut" (2016-2018), which educates youth on legal rights.
