Jacob Bogart

Experience

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  The Haitian American Caucus

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Primary Education Intern
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  Holbrook Summer Research Fellow

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Independent Researcher

  Conducted 37 interviews with displaced Haitians living in tent camps on their experiences receiving aid and perceptions of NGOs. Sought to understand the impact of aid on displaced Haitians. Presented findings of research at a conference on sustainability in Hiroshima, Japan in 2013.

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  Human Rights Watch

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

  Advocacy Intern

  Attended and monitored the 21st session of the Human Rights Council. Researched one year of the Human Rights Council for a report, including country statements, sponsorships and resolutions. Coordinated advocacy efforts between Human Rights Watch researchers and governments, NGOs, and U.N. agencies.

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  United Nations Office of the Special Rapporteur on North Korea

  Oct 2012 - Nov 2012

  Researcher

  Contributed research and writing to a report by the Special Rapporteur on North Korea (U.N. Doc. A/HRC/22/57).

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  National Human Rights Commission of Thailand

  Sept 2014 - Jun 2015

  Luce Scholar

  As a Luce Scholar, conducted research on business and human rights issues, such as the extraterritorial application of human rights law to Thai companies in Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos. Investigated the unlawful eviction of Cambodian farmers by a Thai sugar company; wrote memoranda and coordinated advocacy meetings with government officials with the farmers. Researched the impact of a proposed dam on the rights of displaced Burmese communities.

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  United Nations Human Rights Committee

  Feb 2016 - May 2018

  Researcher

  Assisted Committee member Ms. Cleveland in preparing for the Committee’s review of Member States’ compliance with their obligations under the Covenant by preparing memoranda analyzing previous reports issued by the Committee, NGOs, U.N. treaty bodies, and alternative sources. Helped adjudicate cases that came before the Committee by writing legal memoranda that examined relevant cases, drafting history, and answered questions of law.

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  Legal Defence and Assistance Project (LEDAP)

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Legal Intern

  Researched the right of pre-trial detainees in Nigerian prisons, conducting 37 interviews with prisoners with disabilities in four Lagos state prisons and drafting report based on findings. Wrote memoranda on death penalty advocacy in West Africa and attended and monitored criminal trials of indigent defendants.

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  Columbia Law School Human Rights Clinic

  Sept 2016 - May 2017

  Student Attorney

  Contributed to a war crimes investigation in the Central African Republic through legal research and writing of memoranda on evidentiary standards in Central Africa and at the ICC; a mapping exercise of mass graves; and the proper procedure for documenting evidence of war crimes. Authored a 33-page case file. Conducted over three dozen interviews with family members of the victims, UN officials, CAR government officers, and NGO staffers in-country. Contributed to a two-day workshop for over fifty U.N. peacekeepers and local lawyers. Show less

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  Human Rights Watch

  Feb 2017 - Dec 2017

  Conducted legal research to support a criminal case against former Gambian dictator Yahya Jammeh with research relating to extradition, human trafficking, pillaging of natural resources, and criminal trials in The Gambia. Research included inquiries using both humanitarian and human rights law. Monitored and provided analysis of the Security Council’s sessions on a range of issues before the Council. Conducted research on attacks on healthcare facilities in armed conflict by interviewing 14 of the Council’s members, writing findings in legal memorandum examining the practice under international humanitarian law. Wrote memoranda and attended strategy meetings on an advocacy campaign against arm sales to Saudi Arabia.

  • Legal Intern

    Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  • United Nations Advocacy Intern

    Feb 2017 - Aug 2017
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  United Nations

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018

  Legal Intern

  Conducted legal research into violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law in the ethnic conflicts in Myanmar, including the Rohingya genocide; prepared memoranda, concept notes, and diagrams to support the creation of the Independent International Mechanism on Myanmar; wrote memoranda and edited reports for the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar; edited a report on refugee law and offshore detention centers in Australia; wrote memoranda on: civilian deaths in Kashmir using humanitarian legal analysis; the detention of Muslims in China; and Australia’s surveillance law. Show less

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  Fortify Rights

  Jan 2019 - Oct 2020

  Provided research, editing, and legal review for Fortify Rights publications. Drafted a submission to the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention regarding the detention of Rohingya on Bhasan Char island; researched the right to mental health for a report on the Rohingya genocide; and conducted research and wrote two news releases concerning the use of landmines in Myanmar under international humanitarian law. Investigated the arbitrary arrest of student protesters in Myanmar, publishing findings in the report, “Our Demands are for All Students.” Provided research, editing, and legal review on other Fortify Rights publications, including reports, press releases, and statements. Conducted legal research concerning international humanitarian law and criminal law regarding the Rohingya genocide and the ethnic conflicts in Myanmar.

  • Consultant

    Feb 2020 - Oct 2020

  • Legal Fellow

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
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  Various Organizations

  Nov 2020 - Jun 2022

  Legal Consultant

  Provided research, editing, and legal review for publications for civil society organizations in Thailand. Monitored trials of human rights defenders. Clients included: FORUM-ASIA; Protection International; The Asia Foundation; Trial Watch; UNICEF.

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  Rapid Asia

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2023

  Senior Report Writer

  Wrote six program evaluation and research reports including an evaluation and business case study report of Plan International’s FAIR Fish Responsible Recruitment Model, a novel system for reducing the occurrence of forced labor and human trafficking in the recruitment of migrant workers in the seafood industry.Wrote the following reports and evaluations:— "Mid-term Review of Cambodia Food for Progress" (U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rapid Asia)— "Impact Evaluation of Meaningful Youth Engagement at the Asian Development Bank (ADB)" (Asian Development Bank, Rapid Asia)— "FAIR Fish Responsible Recruitment Model (RRM): Evaluation and Business Case Study Report" (Plan International, Rapid Asia)— "Migrant Women’s Rights in the Poultry Supply Chain in Thailand" (WeWorld, Rapid Asia)— "Endline Evaluation Report: Access to Education for Children Affected by Conflict in Central Rakhine State, Myanmar" (Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Rapid Asia)— "Decent Work and Responsible Business Practices in Thailand’s Automotive Manufacturing Sector" (International Labour Organization, Rapid Asia) Show less

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  Global Labor Justice

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

  Legal Consultant

  Investigated the use of Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP) suits by Thammakaset, a Thai company, against human rights defenders following an investigation into the company’s abusive labour practices. Drafted report on findings, “Supplying SLAPPs: Corporate Accountability for Retaliatory Lawsuits in Thailand,” which examines the SLAPP suits in relation to companies in Thammakaset’s supply chain and the obligation to conduct human rights due diligence.

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  World Food Programme

  Dec 2021 - Feb 2022

  Beneficiary Privacy Impact Assessment Consultant (Remote)

  Conducted a privacy impact assessment of WFP Cambodia’s programs and practices to support improved implementation of beneficiary privacy and personal data protection standards in the country office through key informant interviews, legal analysis, and desk research. Analyzed the international and domestic legal frameworks concerning data protection and made recommendations on how WFP Cambodia should alter its practices to better respect the rights of beneficiaries.

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  ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR)

  Dec 2021 - May 2022

  Legal Consultant

  Conducted research on legal restrictions on the right to freedom of religion or belief in Southeast Asian countries, analyzing domestic legislation against international standards and national laws. Drafted the report “’Restricting Diversity’: Mapping Legislation on Freedom of Religion or Belief in Southeast Asia” based on findings.

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  United Nations Peacekeeping

  Jun 2022 - Mar 2023

  Human Rights Officer

  At the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), drafted legal memoranda regarding business and human rights in conflict, with specific reference to mining companies and the Wagner Group—a Russian private military and security company operating in CAR—and its role in seizing control of mining sites from armed groups.Collected reports of human rights violations and abuses and determined the appropriate legal characterization and whether the incident can be considered verified. Input cases into a database of violations. Researched and analyzed information related to the human rights situation in CAR, including relevant political and judicial developments and trends and patterns of violations and abuses. Drafted periodical and thematic reports, as well as the Division's input to other documents, to reflect the most salient concerns and recommendations regarding the human rights situation in CAR. Show less

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  The Remedy Project

  Mar 2023 - Jun 2024

  Senior Business and Human Rights Associate

  Led human rights due diligence projects, including human rights impact assessments for Fortune 500 companies, focusing on saliency assessments, KPI development, and compliance with international regulations. Conducted legal reviews and drafted comprehensive legal documents, including standard operating procedures, corrective action plans, and risk assessment tools. Reviewed and advised on grievance mechanisms and anti-retaliation policies, ensuring alignment with international regulations, including in particular the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG). Developed and delivered training programs on human rights law, advocacy, and HRDD. Authored and revised several key reports and guidelines for international organizations. Show less