Truth Commissions

In search of the causes of violence, listening to the victims

Truth commissions in the field of transitional justice are pillars in the quest for truth in societies that have decided to confront dark periods of their history, whether after a conflict, a dictatorship, or specific crimes committed, for example, against an indigenous population. Justice Info covers truth commissions when they play a significant role in addressing the most serious crimes of the past.

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In Mali, the truth commission opens the debate on reparations

The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission of Mali (CVJR), initially established in January 2014 for a period of three years, started its work years late and is now continuing its work beyond the time allowed for its mandate. Its final report is not expected before the end of 2019, but it opens, as of now, […]

By Bokoum Abdoul Momini