The Advisory Council of Jurists The Advisory Council of Jurists advises the APF Forum Council on the interpretation and application of international human rights standards. The Advisory Council is comprised of eminent jurists who have held high judicial office or senior academic or human rights appointments. The establishment of the Advisory Council of Jurists reflects the Forum Council’s recognition of the need for access to independent, authoritative advice on international human rights questions and to develop regional jurisprudence relating to the interpretation and application of international human rights standards. The ACJ has considered four references: anti-terrorism legislation and the rule of law (2004), trafficking of women and children (2002); death penalty (2000) and the regulation of child pornography on the internet (2000). Further information about the Advisory Council of Jurists is available at <www.asiapacificforum.net/jurists/>. 3