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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.

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.