We work side by side with victims to obtain acknowledgment and redress for massive human rights violations, hold those responsible to account, reform and build democratic institutions, and prevent the recurrence of violence or repression.
A Cross-Country Caravan Inspires Gambian Youth to Take a Lead on the Path to Justice and Reconciliation
Almost eight years since The Gambia's former President Yahya Jammeh left power, the country is still seeking justice for the human rights abuses committed during his 22-year dictatorship....
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A New ICTJ Study Offers Practitioners Guidance on Psychosocial Support
New York, September 19, 2024—The field of transitional justice increasingly recognizes the relevance of mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) in contexts of massive human rights ...
‘The Search for People’s Well-Being’: Mainstreaming a Psychosocial Approach to Transitional Justice
The field of transitional justice is increasingly recognizing the relevance of mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) in contexts of massive human rights violations.
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Uganda’s Long Road to Accountability: The Kwoyelo Verdict and Lessons for Future International Crimes Prosecutions
On August 13, 2024, the International Crimes Division (ICD) of the High Court of Uganda delivered its long-awaited verdict in the case of Uganda versus Thomas Kwoyelo, a former commander ...
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Mainstreaming Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Transitional Justice: An Interview with ICTJ’s Virginie Ladisch
Ensuring the well-being of victims has long been a core element of transitional justice initiatives. More recently, however, policymakers at the global level have begun to recognize the c...
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Side by Side with Victims
ICTJ provides advice, support, and technical assistance to victims, members of civil society, and state and international actors committed to justice. In the fast-changing world, ICTJ is continually evolving and adapting its methodology to develop innovative solutions to emerging problems, advance its mission, and achieve justice for victims of human rights violations.
