Domenico Foti

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Job title:
Project Manager
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Department:
Project Management
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Focus regions:
Eastern Europe & South Caucasus

I joined the Center for International Legal Cooperation (CILC) in 2023. In my role, I work alongside project managers and senior project managers to organize, implement and report on key initiatives and projects. My current focus is on building cybersecurity capacity in the Western Balkans and supporting justice sector reforms in Ukraine.

Experience and expertise

Before joining CILC, I completed a Master’s Degree in Law and an advanced Master’s Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy. In addition to my work at CILC, I lecture at several universities on international negotiation. CILC has provided me with the unique opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in facing real-world challenges, allowing me to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Passion and vision

I am deeply passionate about international cooperation and the role of law in shaping a more stable, secure and just world. Through my work, I strive to contribute to the development of effective legal systems and policies that can address global challenges. I believe in the power of diplomacy and dialogue to foster collaboration across borders and to create solutions that promote peace, justice, and the rule of law. Looking ahead, I am committed to continuing my work in these areas, with the vision of helping build a more interconnected and resilient global community for future generations.

Domenico Foti

Domenico works on these projects

Ukraine's justice system faces mounting pressure from overwhelming caseloads, staff shortages, and the expanding scope of crimes arising from Russia's full-scale invasion. A critical gap remains in how the system addresses transitional justice, particularly regarding accountability for international crimes and the treatment of veterans — who may appear in the justice chain as victims, witnesses, perpetrators, or former POWs. This second phase of the project builds on earlier reforms to strengthen Ukraine's capacity to meet these complex and urgent challenges.
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The project aims to strengthen the connection between the judiciary and society by promoting the self-government and professionalism of judges.
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Ukraine's rule of law faces mounting pressure from the ongoing conflict with Russia, resulting in an overburdened judiciary, weakened public trust, and growing threats to media freedom. This project addresses these challenges by strengthening the fairness and transparency of the Ukrainian justice system while building legal actors' capacity to protect freedom of expression.
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Ukraine's justice system faces significant challenges including corruption, low public trust, and overcrowded prisons, all further compounded by Russia's ongoing war. This project responded by strengthening judicial integrity, piloting alternative sanctions and probation, and supporting policy dialogue on accountability and EU accession.
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