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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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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Transitional Justice on the Korean Peninsula: An Interview with ICTJ’s Ruben Carranza
In February 2024, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights hosted an event in Seoul, South Korea, marking the 10th anniversary of the release of the report of t...
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AU and EU Convene Experts to Consider the Transformative Impact of Transitional Justice in Africa and Europe
On June 5 and 6, 2024, the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) hosted the fourth edition of the AU-EU Experts’ Seminar on Transitional Justice in Brussels, Belgium. The consort...
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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.
