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The Gambia: Milestone marked in Solo Sandeng family’s fight for justice

The Gambia’s High Court has convicted six members of the former National Intelligence Agency for their role in the 2016 killing of political activist Solo Sandeng and other crimes.

New York event tackles impunity for conflict-related sexual violence against men and boys

Much more needs to be done to secure justice for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence against men and boys agreed panelists at an event hosted by Justice Rapid Response and All Survivors Project.

Message from Justice Rapid Response’s new Executive Director

In my second month as Executive Director, I feel both humbled and energized by this new responsibility and the work that lies ahead, leading Justice Rapid Response amid an evolving international justice context.

OPINION: The Search for The Gambia’s Disappeared Must Use a Victim-Centred Approach

The recent release of the Gambian Government White Paper on the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission Report demonstrates the importance of applying a victim-centred approach. 

New report: Investigating SEA of children in humanitarian settings

Justice Rapid Response has launched a new research paper on the investigation of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) allegations involving children, as part of a new project on enhancing justice for child survivors.

EVENT: Investigating Allegations of SEA of Children Occurring in Humanitarian Settings

Justice Rapid Response is hosting an online launch of a project on enhancing justice for child survivors of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA).

Samuel Emonet appointed as Executive Director of Justice Rapid Response

Justice Rapid Response confirmed last week the appointment of Samuel Emonet as the new Executive Director of the organization, effective immediately.

Farewell from our Executive Director

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.

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.