new perspectives that are conducive to critical reflection, thoughtful collaboration and social empowerment even in the most dire settings, including Israel and Palestine. But we’re not stopping there. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, this report will highlight five lessons we’ve learned over the years about how civil society can protect and strengthen democracy. It will highlight some of ICSC’s transformative programs from this year and showcase new initiatives that are taking our work to new levels of impact. These include an inaugural UNITE academy, supported by the Ford Foundation, that will build the capacity of civil society actors to combat discrimination, environmental injustice and legacies of slavery and colonialism; a cultural exchange and skills building program with Ukrainian museums and heritage sites to fortify that country’s democratic systems; and a new Consortium that will support survivors of conflct-related sexual violence in Africa, Europe and the Middle East to document and share their experiences while pursuing accountability for crimes that so often are ignored in transitional justice processes. Democracy requires great care and attention, and fair and just societies require accessible civic spaces, inclusive networks and a deep understanding of our shared humanity. Sites of Conscience are the spaces where that work is unfolding every day. Learn more about our transformative movement at www.sitesofconscience.org .
Released in April 2024, GIJTR’s podcast, “Transforming Transitional Justice” focuses on rethinking how traditional transitional justice processes after a conflict can better serve the needs of civilians affected by periods of violence and authoritarian regimes. Each episode focuses on common issues that post-conflict communities face, from bolstering communities’ abilities to search for their missing, to documenting violations, to helping victims heal from conflict-related sexual violence. Listen today!
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