The International Nuremberg Principles Academy
(Nuremberg Academy) is a foundation dedicated to the advancement of
international criminal law. It is located in Nuremberg, the birthplace of
modern international criminal law, and is conceived as a forum for the
discussion of contemporary issues in the field. The mission of the Nuremberg
Academy is to promote the legitimacy, legality and acceptance of international
criminal law. The foundation´s main fields of activity include
interdisciplinary research, trainings and consultant services specially
tailored to target groups, and human rights education. The Nuremberg Academy
places a special focus on the cooperation with countries and societies
currently facing challenges related to international criminal law. The
Nuremberg Academy was founded by the German Foreign Office, the Free State of
Bavaria and the City of Nuremberg