AcknowledgementsThis briefing paper was written by James Ross, senior legal advisor at Human Rights Watch. It was edited by Brad Adams, executive director of the Asia division, and Joseph Saunders, deputy program director. Wilder Tayler, legal and policy director, provided legal review. Jo Becker, deputy director of the Children’s Rights division, and Marguerite Garling of the Refugee Policy program provided specialist review. Benjamin Addy, an intern with the Asia division, provided invaluable research assistance. Production and coordination assistance was provided by Nicolette Boehland, associate in the Legal and Policy office. The Asia division of Human Rights Watch gratefully acknowledges the support of Cordaid. Human Rights Watch offers special thanks to all those in Sri Lanka who contributed to this briefing paper with their information and ideas. |