Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross, received the honorary doctorate for social impact in recognition of her leadership on international humanitarian issues. The Red Cross continues to act from a position of neutrality and humanity, regardless of borders or interests.
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Mirjana Spoljaric Egger: “Today, I share this honorary doctorate with colleagues and millions of volunteers around the world, as well as with the visionary individuals whose efforts led to the Geneva Conventions and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.’’

The Faculty of Law conferred an honorary doctorate on Roger Cox for his influential role in international climate jurisprudence. With landmark cases such as the Urgenda case and the Climate Case against Shell, he has made history in international law.

In his speech he stated: “The interest of nature, the poor, children, and future generations areworth fighting for. This honorary doctorate strengthens my determination tocontinue this work.’’