As my mandate at Justice Rapid Response draws to a close, I am inspired to reflect on the importance of the work we continue to do along with our partners for justice and accountability around the world.
LATEST NEWS
Annual Report 2021: Placing child rights at the heart of investigations
The year 2021 marked another record year for Justice Rapid Response in terms of demand for support, number of experts deployed, new partnerships, and milestone convictions following years of investigative support, the organization announced in its recently released annual report.
South Sudan: Report brings much-needed attention to conflict-related sexual violence
The Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan launched a report documenting endemic levels of conflict-related sexual violence, with a focus on incidents of rape, including gang rape, sexual violence, sexual slavery, forced marriage, and torture.
Supporting accountability for the conflict in Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine continues to wage a terrible toll on civilians, Justice Rapid Response has been working to support a host of partners setting out to document violations of international law in real-time.
The Gambia: Truth and reconciliation report paves the way for prosecutions
Justice Rapid Response stands ready to give additional support to future investigations in The Gambia following the release of the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission report.
Universal jurisdiction can help bridge accountability gap for Yemen, panellists say
The principle of universal jurisdiction is an alternative tool for pursuing accountability for victims of the conflict in Yemen, agreed panellists at a live event hosted by Justice Rapid Response.
Executive Director New Year message: passing the baton in 2022
As we welcome the year 2022, I deliver what will be my last New Year message to you in my role as the Executive Director of Justice Rapid Response. This gives me pause for reflection on what an inspiring and rewarding experience this has been.
ASP event: ICC Prosecutor commits to put policy into action on justice for children
The ICC Prosecutor announced his commitment to making access to justice for children a high priority of his mandate, during an event held by Justice Rapid Response and Save the Children.
Online Event: Enabling a child-centred approach at the ICC and beyond
You are invited to attend this high-level online discussion being held in collaboration with the Office of the ICC Prosecutor on the sidelines of the ASP.
BOLIVIA: post-electoral violence investigation spurs government apology
An independent report on 2019 post-electoral violence in Bolivia has received unprecedented support from both the government and civil society organizations.
ROSTER RECRUITMENT
Call for Nominations: Russian- and Ukrainian-speaking justice experts
Justice Rapid Response is currently seeking to recruit Russian-speaking and Ukrainian-speaking justice professionals for its Expert Roster.
Course in The Hague Prepares Experts for International Criminal Investigations
Justice Rapid Response held a course on International Criminal Investigations from the 10 to 15 December 2018 in The Hague, The Netherlands, together with its partner IICI.
Expert Recruitment Course on Investigating Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Concludes in Sarajevo
A private ceremony on 26 July marked the close of the joint expert roster-recruitment course of JRR, UN Women and the Institute for International Criminal Investigations.
Official Opening of the Training Course for Forensic Experts on International Criminal Investigations, 27 April 2015 – Adana, Turkey
The 29th Justice Rapid Response (JRR) training course and fifth course for forensic experts on International Criminal Investigations was officially opened in Adana, Turkey, on 27 April 2015. The training course was officially opened by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kibar, Rector of Cukurova University; and Prof. Dr. Mete Gulmen, Professor at Cukurova University who is kindlyRead More