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.
Myths and Ways Forward: Transitional Justice for Ukraine
Despite earlier efforts to envision a national transitional justice policy, Ukraine remains overly cautious about establishing one. This report provides a robust substantiation of why Ukr...
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Why Victims Must Lead the Way to Peace in Sudan
As the third anniversary of the brutal war in Sudan comes upon us, it may barely register amid the worrying succession of global crises, each carrying its own burden of human suffering. W...
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Can a Recent UN Resolution on Slavery Help Entrench a Culture of Accountability in Africa?
On March 25, 2026, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution recognizing the enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity. Introduced by Ghana, the resolution garnered...
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Facilitators in Training Prepare to Lead Community Dialogues Across Syria
Fourteen members of Syrian civil society recently gathered for a five-day workshop on community facilitation and transitional justice organized by ICTJ and its partners in the Bridges of ...
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Urgent Appeal to End Ongoing Israeli Attacks in Lebanon
ICTJ welcomes Tuesday’s ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran as a step that could open a path away from escalating violence and spare civilian lives. We call on all part...
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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.
