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The International Center for Transitional Justice fights for acknowledgement, accountability and reform in the aftermath of mass atrocity and repression.
#InFocus | For the first time, ICTJ & the Bridges of Truth project are bringing their efforts to advance truth & justice home to inside #Syria, creating spaces for victims, families & communities to share their stories & demands for justice & dignity.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
#InFocus | For the first time, ICTJ & the Bridges of Truth project are bringing their efforts to advance truth & justice home to inside #Syria, creating spaces for victims, families & communities to share their stories & demands for justice & dignity.
Read more 👉 www.ictj.org/latest-news/...
Read more 👉 www.ictj.org/latest-news/...
On November 6, 1985, the now defunct M-19 guerrilla group seized Colombia's Palace of Justice, prompting the army to launch an operation to retake it.
The ICTJ documentary, “La Toma,” recounts the 27-hour battle for the Palace of Justice.
Watch it at www.youtube.com/watch?v=joI3...
The ICTJ documentary, “La Toma,” recounts the 27-hour battle for the Palace of Justice.
Watch it at www.youtube.com/watch?v=joI3...
November 6, 2025 at 7:42 PM
On November 6, 1985, the now defunct M-19 guerrilla group seized Colombia's Palace of Justice, prompting the army to launch an operation to retake it.
The ICTJ documentary, “La Toma,” recounts the 27-hour battle for the Palace of Justice.
Watch it at www.youtube.com/watch?v=joI3...
The ICTJ documentary, “La Toma,” recounts the 27-hour battle for the Palace of Justice.
Watch it at www.youtube.com/watch?v=joI3...
Join our upcoming global transitional justice #webinar! Explore how the balance between truth and accountability was pursued in #SierraLeone’s TJ process, and what lessons can be drawn from it.
🗓 10 Nov | 15:00–17:00 CET
Register via the link: bit.ly/43dwVaT
🗓 10 Nov | 15:00–17:00 CET
Register via the link: bit.ly/43dwVaT
November 6, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Join our upcoming global transitional justice #webinar! Explore how the balance between truth and accountability was pursued in #SierraLeone’s TJ process, and what lessons can be drawn from it.
🗓 10 Nov | 15:00–17:00 CET
Register via the link: bit.ly/43dwVaT
🗓 10 Nov | 15:00–17:00 CET
Register via the link: bit.ly/43dwVaT
Armenia & Azerbaijan recently signed the Joint Declaration on Future Relations. Hailed by some as a “historic peace deal,” it neither is a treaty nor ends the 37-year Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Rather, it is a political framework that requires international support and attention 👉 bit.ly/3KzcVsE
October 2, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Armenia & Azerbaijan recently signed the Joint Declaration on Future Relations. Hailed by some as a “historic peace deal,” it neither is a treaty nor ends the 37-year Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Rather, it is a political framework that requires international support and attention 👉 bit.ly/3KzcVsE
#UNGA80 | Together with the #JusticeActionCoalition, we call all stakeholders to take concrete measures to make justice more inclusive.
Read more here: www.sdg16.plus/resources/ac...
Read more here: www.sdg16.plus/resources/ac...
September 25, 2025 at 2:05 PM
#UNGA80 | Together with the #JusticeActionCoalition, we call all stakeholders to take concrete measures to make justice more inclusive.
Read more here: www.sdg16.plus/resources/ac...
Read more here: www.sdg16.plus/resources/ac...
The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory affirmed that Israeli authorities & security forces have committed and are continuing to commit genocide against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Full report 👉https://bit.ly/4mlBSF5
September 19, 2025 at 4:58 PM
The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory affirmed that Israeli authorities & security forces have committed and are continuing to commit genocide against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Full report 👉https://bit.ly/4mlBSF5
On July 14, ICTJ screened Después del Frío, a documentary it coproduced with María Jimena Duzán. Following the journeys of a victim of a FARC kidnapping, an army colonel, and a community leader, the film asks: To what extent has the 2016 Peace Agreement transformed the lives of ordinary Colombians?
September 11, 2025 at 7:19 PM
On July 14, ICTJ screened Después del Frío, a documentary it coproduced with María Jimena Duzán. Following the journeys of a victim of a FARC kidnapping, an army colonel, and a community leader, the film asks: To what extent has the 2016 Peace Agreement transformed the lives of ordinary Colombians?
The Initiative for Transitional Justice in Africa is a 3-year joint project of the African Union and the European Union, implemented by ICTJ, ATJLF, and CSRV. With €5 million in EU funding, it supports AU Member States in turning the African Union TJ Policy into action 👉 bit.ly/45U99Ct
September 10, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The Initiative for Transitional Justice in Africa is a 3-year joint project of the African Union and the European Union, implemented by ICTJ, ATJLF, and CSRV. With €5 million in EU funding, it supports AU Member States in turning the African Union TJ Policy into action 👉 bit.ly/45U99Ct
Finally, find a selection of podcasts that tell stories of disappeared and help keep their memory present.
Do you have other resources? Share them with us here!
#EndEnforcedDisappearances
Do you have other resources? Share them with us here!
#EndEnforcedDisappearances
August 28, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Finally, find a selection of podcasts that tell stories of disappeared and help keep their memory present.
Do you have other resources? Share them with us here!
#EndEnforcedDisappearances
Do you have other resources? Share them with us here!
#EndEnforcedDisappearances
Next, some books that speak about enforced disappearances, including our own publication, Windmills of our Hearts: a book written by 15 women relatives of the disappeared in Lebanon, which is available in English, Arabic and French.
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August 28, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Next, some books that speak about enforced disappearances, including our own publication, Windmills of our Hearts: a book written by 15 women relatives of the disappeared in Lebanon, which is available in English, Arabic and French.
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First, movies that tell poignant stories about disappearances, but also about justice and humanity.
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August 28, 2025 at 1:10 PM
First, movies that tell poignant stories about disappearances, but also about justice and humanity.
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#IDVED | At ICTJ, we believe in the transformative power of art as a force for peace and collective healing.
Today, we share a curated selection of films, books, and podcasts that explore the topic of #EnforcedDisappearances.
Follow the thread!
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Today, we share a curated selection of films, books, and podcasts that explore the topic of #EnforcedDisappearances.
Follow the thread!
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August 28, 2025 at 1:10 PM
#IDVED | At ICTJ, we believe in the transformative power of art as a force for peace and collective healing.
Today, we share a curated selection of films, books, and podcasts that explore the topic of #EnforcedDisappearances.
Follow the thread!
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Today, we share a curated selection of films, books, and podcasts that explore the topic of #EnforcedDisappearances.
Follow the thread!
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Today, Michael Correa, a former member of the "Junglers" death squad, is facing sentencing in the US for torture committed in The Gambia. This decision sends a powerful message that perpetrators of massive human rights violations can and will be held accountable, no matter where they are.
August 22, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Today, Michael Correa, a former member of the "Junglers" death squad, is facing sentencing in the US for torture committed in The Gambia. This decision sends a powerful message that perpetrators of massive human rights violations can and will be held accountable, no matter where they are.
🎙️In 2025, #Colombia commemorates the 20th anniversary of Law 975, which established the country’s 1st TJ process. With this anniversary top on mind, ICTJ created a 4-part #podcast that delves into the peace process with the AUC and considers lessons learned. Read more here 👉 bit.ly/3HIUtN9
August 20, 2025 at 4:35 PM
🎙️In 2025, #Colombia commemorates the 20th anniversary of Law 975, which established the country’s 1st TJ process. With this anniversary top on mind, ICTJ created a 4-part #podcast that delves into the peace process with the AUC and considers lessons learned. Read more here 👉 bit.ly/3HIUtN9
🚨In 2024, at least 390 humanitarian workers were killed.
In these violent times, we must act to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers and defend the universal values that unite us.
Let's #ActForHumanity.
In these violent times, we must act to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers and defend the universal values that unite us.
Let's #ActForHumanity.
August 19, 2025 at 9:55 PM
🚨In 2024, at least 390 humanitarian workers were killed.
In these violent times, we must act to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers and defend the universal values that unite us.
Let's #ActForHumanity.
In these violent times, we must act to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers and defend the universal values that unite us.
Let's #ActForHumanity.
4 years after the Taliban takeover, Afghans continue to endure grave human rights violations. ICTJ stands in solidarity with Afghan human rights defenders and joins their call for accountability, international action, and steadfast support for civil society.
August 18, 2025 at 5:05 PM
4 years after the Taliban takeover, Afghans continue to endure grave human rights violations. ICTJ stands in solidarity with Afghan human rights defenders and joins their call for accountability, international action, and steadfast support for civil society.
#Yemen | Join us today for the launch of the Transitional Justice Ambassadors Forum with the participation of ICTJ's Nour El Bejjani, head of Yemen & Lebanon programs.
📅 18 August 2025 – 4:00 PM Yemen Time – via Zoom
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/j/8864323338...
#TransitionalJustice #Forum
📅 18 August 2025 – 4:00 PM Yemen Time – via Zoom
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/j/8864323338...
#TransitionalJustice #Forum
August 18, 2025 at 10:47 AM
#Yemen | Join us today for the launch of the Transitional Justice Ambassadors Forum with the participation of ICTJ's Nour El Bejjani, head of Yemen & Lebanon programs.
📅 18 August 2025 – 4:00 PM Yemen Time – via Zoom
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/j/8864323338...
#TransitionalJustice #Forum
📅 18 August 2025 – 4:00 PM Yemen Time – via Zoom
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/j/8864323338...
#TransitionalJustice #Forum
The use of #UniversalJurisdiction (UJ) as a means of achieving justice for victims of international crimes has become increasingly popular. Despite facing serious challenges, it often remains the only means by which victims can pursue justice and address the ‘impunity gap’.
August 12, 2025 at 2:08 PM
The use of #UniversalJurisdiction (UJ) as a means of achieving justice for victims of international crimes has become increasingly popular. Despite facing serious challenges, it often remains the only means by which victims can pursue justice and address the ‘impunity gap’.
#COLOMBIA | ICTJ deeply laments the death of presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay and sends its sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
For the sake of future generations, we have an obligation to eradicate violence from politics once and for all.
For the sake of future generations, we have an obligation to eradicate violence from politics once and for all.
August 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM
#COLOMBIA | ICTJ deeply laments the death of presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay and sends its sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
For the sake of future generations, we have an obligation to eradicate violence from politics once and for all.
For the sake of future generations, we have an obligation to eradicate violence from politics once and for all.
On July 23, the ICJ issued an opinion affirming that states have a legal obligation to address climate change and may be held accountable for harm resulting from their failure to act. Read ICTJ Senior Expert Roger Duthie’s reaction to this meaningful opinion, and why it matters for the future of TJ👇
August 4, 2025 at 8:18 PM
On July 23, the ICJ issued an opinion affirming that states have a legal obligation to address climate change and may be held accountable for harm resulting from their failure to act. Read ICTJ Senior Expert Roger Duthie’s reaction to this meaningful opinion, and why it matters for the future of TJ👇
We are #hiring! Click here to know more about the positions:
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👉Program Department Coordinator: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
👉Programs Writer: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
👉Program Department Coordinator: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
July 31, 2025 at 7:09 PM
We are #hiring! Click here to know more about the positions:
👉Programs Writer: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
👉Program Department Coordinator: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
👉Programs Writer: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
👉Program Department Coordinator: www.ictj.org/careers/prog...
Yesterday, Sarah Kasande, Head of ICTJ's Uganda office, participated as a panelist in the Gender Pre-Forum to the 13th High-Level Dialogue on Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance in Africa. This important gathering focused on the role of women in reparative justice and state-building in Africa.
July 29, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Yesterday, Sarah Kasande, Head of ICTJ's Uganda office, participated as a panelist in the Gender Pre-Forum to the 13th High-Level Dialogue on Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance in Africa. This important gathering focused on the role of women in reparative justice and state-building in Africa.
On July 21-24, together with UNDP The Gambia and the OHCR, we conducted a series of discussions in 4 Gambian schools to advocate for the implementation of the TRRC recommendations and the Gov't White Paper.
💡It is crucial to ensure that youth participate in TJ processes!
💡It is crucial to ensure that youth participate in TJ processes!
July 28, 2025 at 6:23 PM
On July 21-24, together with UNDP The Gambia and the OHCR, we conducted a series of discussions in 4 Gambian schools to advocate for the implementation of the TRRC recommendations and the Gov't White Paper.
💡It is crucial to ensure that youth participate in TJ processes!
💡It is crucial to ensure that youth participate in TJ processes!
Gaza is being starved, and the world is watching.
Humanitarian aid must reach Gaza unconditionally and without delay. Aid distribution sites must be protected.
This is a matter of not only respect for international humanitarian law but life and death for the more than 2 million people in Gaza.
Humanitarian aid must reach Gaza unconditionally and without delay. Aid distribution sites must be protected.
This is a matter of not only respect for international humanitarian law but life and death for the more than 2 million people in Gaza.
July 25, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Gaza is being starved, and the world is watching.
Humanitarian aid must reach Gaza unconditionally and without delay. Aid distribution sites must be protected.
This is a matter of not only respect for international humanitarian law but life and death for the more than 2 million people in Gaza.
Humanitarian aid must reach Gaza unconditionally and without delay. Aid distribution sites must be protected.
This is a matter of not only respect for international humanitarian law but life and death for the more than 2 million people in Gaza.
#NewReport | 'Our Pain Turned Into Policy' is now available!
This report, based on the conclusions from 7 community dialogues with 133 Syrian citizens, identifies areas of priority intervention and makes recommendations to the country's TJ process.
👉 Download it here tinyurl.com/mwzabypz
This report, based on the conclusions from 7 community dialogues with 133 Syrian citizens, identifies areas of priority intervention and makes recommendations to the country's TJ process.
👉 Download it here tinyurl.com/mwzabypz
July 22, 2025 at 8:28 AM
#NewReport | 'Our Pain Turned Into Policy' is now available!
This report, based on the conclusions from 7 community dialogues with 133 Syrian citizens, identifies areas of priority intervention and makes recommendations to the country's TJ process.
👉 Download it here tinyurl.com/mwzabypz
This report, based on the conclusions from 7 community dialogues with 133 Syrian citizens, identifies areas of priority intervention and makes recommendations to the country's TJ process.
👉 Download it here tinyurl.com/mwzabypz