Press Release
Paris / London, 16 April 2024
Equal Representation in Arbitration Pledge (ERA Pledge) and Jus Connect proudly announce their new collaboration aimed at advancing diversity and inclusion within the global arbitration community.
ERA Pledge is a global initiative committed to fostering diversity and increasing female representation in arbitrator appointments, with the vision of achieving equal representation in arbitration. Jus Connect, a leading platform for the selection of arbitration professionals, shares this vision and actively works towards supporting inclusiveness within the arbitration space.
Through their cooperation, ERA Pledge and Jus Connect will combine their resources and networks to:
- Raise awareness about the importance of diversity and gender balance in arbitration.
- Support seasoned and aspiring arbitrators to develop their profile on Jus Connect.
- Offer resources to enhance public awareness of diverse viewpoints in dispute resolution.
Hanh Huynh, Head of Jus Connect, commented:
“Our collaboration with ERA Pledge reinforces our commitment to promoting an inclusive and fair selection process in arbitration. Together, we aim to enlighten the legal community on diversity initiatives and support underrepresented groups in elevating their professional profiles.”
Ashley Jones, Secretary of the ERA Pledge, said:
“Raising the visibility and profile of diverse arbitrators is key to securing the equality goals of the ERA Pledge. The collaboration with Jus Connect will help to diversify the pool of arbitrators on its database and provide an accessible platform for women to showcase their arbitration experience and credentials.”
The partnership will see select ICAC arbitration awards and related materials hosted on Jus Mundi’s comprehensive international law and arbitration database.
About ERA Pledge
The Equal Representation in Arbitration Pledge is a global call to action to address the under-representation of women in arbitration which was drawn up by a coalition of leading members from the international arbitration community. We are committed to improving the profile and representation of women in arbitration. In particular, we consider that women should be appointed as arbitrators on an equal opportunity basis. We aim to achieve fair representation as soon as practically possible, with the ultimate goal of full parity.
The ERA Pledge has over 5000 signatories, including over 1000 organisations. More information can be found on the Pledge website here: www.arbitrationpledge.com
About Jus Connect
Jus Connect levels the playing field by offering an unbiased, data-driven view of arbitration professionals globally. This encourages legal teams to explore a more diverse range of talent, ensuring that choices are based on merit and aligned capabilities. We’re committed to making our rich database as accessible as possible while maintaining the utmost integrity.
For media queries, please contact: h.maio@jusmundi.com
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