Young ICCA Voices

Young ICCA Voices is an online magazine created by, and for, young arbitration practitioners. It was launched in 2024 and seeks to provide practical and current content on all things important to young arbitration practitioners in an accessible and interactive format.

The fifth issue of Young ICCA Voices, which explores the question of “International Arbitration: Local, Global or Both?”, is out now. This question was also the theme of the 27th ICCA Congress that took place in Madrid on 12-15 April 2026.

In this issue our authors explore several topics attempting to balance both the local, individual effects of international arbitration with its macro, more globally focused themes and trends, and includes the following articles:

Additionally, we present a moderated debate and discussion between Mr. Thomas Lehmann and Ms. Anubhuti Raje, who are, respectively, the winner and first runner-up of the Young ICCA 2026 Essay Competition. Mr. Lehman and Ms. Raje debated the question: From lex mercatoria to lex regionis? Are we quietly replacing the idea of a universal commercial law with regional private‑law ecosystems that don’t fully interoperate?

Click here to read Young ICCA Voices.

Questions and Comments

If you have any queries or comments about Young ICCA Voices, please contact Young ICCA Editorial Co-Directors Alexander Haden & Manini Brar at voices@youngicca.org.

Submission Process and Guidelines

Young ICCA Voices publishes updates and original articles that contribute to the discussion and development of international arbitration. We welcome submissions from practitioners, academics, and students in the field.

If you have any questions regarding your submission, please contact the Young ICCA Editorial Co-directors at voices@youngicca.org.

Length: Articles should be between 500 and 1,200 words, including endnotes.
Content:

Articles must be original and unpublished elsewhere.

Submissions should offer insightful, well-argued perspectives on relevant topics in the field of international arbitration.

Avoid overly technical language to ensure accessibility to a broad audience.
Formatting:

Submissions should start with a title (in title caps) on the first line; the author’s full name on the second line; then skip three paragraphs before starting the article.

Use a consistent, formal style throughout your article.
Endnotes:

Endnotes should be used instead of footnotes.

Use a consistent citation style. If on doubt, we recommend the use of OSCOLA.
Author Details:

Include your full name, professional/academic affiliations, a brief bio and a link to your LinkedIn profile (if applicable).

Provide contact information (email preferred) for correspondence.
Graphics and Tables:

If including graphics or tables, ensure they are high-quality and clearly legible.

Provide a brief description or title for each.

Email Submissions: Please send your article as a Word document to voices@youngicca.org.
Review Process:

All submissions are subject to an internal review process. The editorial team will communicate decisions and may suggest revisions.

We will confirm receipt of articles as we receive them, but articles for publication will not be chosen until after the submission deadline. Articles are typically selected within three weeks of submission, and we will communicate to all authors whether their articles have been chosen or not by email. We would request that you wait to hear from us.
Rights and Permissions: By submitting your article, you agree to Young ICCA Voices' publication of your piece. Please ensure you have the right to use any third-party material included in your article.