REDRESS

@REDRESSTrust

We help torture survivors obtain justice and reparation and work to ensure that torturers are held accountable in all regions of the world.

London, United Kingdom
Joined March 2011

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  1. Jan 31

    Miguel Itzep was kidnapped and tortured during the Guatemalan armed conflict (1960-1996). In this interview, he reflects on the reparations process for victims in Guatemala and the main obstacles in the pursuit of justice. Watch his full interview here:

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    Jan 23

    "If you want to understand what governments have been doing in your name, go and watch " To mark 's forthcoming report on psychological torture , will play in cinemas across the UK from 16th Feb. Tickets:

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  3. Jan 31

    Oyella Night lost her eldest children to the conflict in Northern Uganda. The Victims and Survivors Network, UVSN, aims to amplify the voice of survivors like her, so they are heard by policymakers. Watch this film to know more

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    Jan 30

    We have been working with and to develop a new proposal: Using existing sanctions regimes and legal frameworks, we believe that reparations for victims of sexual violence in conflict can be sustainably funded

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  5. Jan 30

    This is the story of Bua John Ocen, a former child soldier from Uganda, abducted at the age of 16. After returning home, he couldn't complete his education because he couldn't afford the school fees. Watch the full interview here:

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    "Surpopulation, matelas au sol, crasse, bruit incessant : 29 détenus français avaient porté plainte pour dénoncer leurs conditions de détention. La Cour européenne des droits de l’homme (CEDH) leur a donné raison en condamnant la France".

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    Jan 30

    Saribekyan and Balyan v. Azerbaijan: military police tortured a detainee for several days before his death in custody, through beatings, head injuries, and strangulation. Damages of €60,000.

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    Jan 30

    JMB v France: Article 3 is violated for terrible conditions in crumbling prisons in Martinique, Polynesia, Guadeloupe, Nimes, Nice, and Fresnes. Court recommends the govt take up general measures to improve standards

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    Important letter from NGOs to States on the initiative for the creation of a new multilateral treaty for the domestic prosecution of the most serious international crimes (MLA Initiative). We hope can participate and support the initiative.

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  10. Jan 29

    The conflict in Northern Uganda cost victims their families, homes and the futures they have been building towards, as it happened to Kenya Luke Alana. A new platform, , seeks to amplify their voices. Learn more about Kenya's story from himself:

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  11. Jan 29

    Victims of human rights violations continue to pursue ! Their journey is often difficult, but their determination is stronger. Feliciana Macario is a leading example of survivors & activists fighting impunity. Watch the full film:

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    Jan 29

    New decision of Hague District Court in civil claim arising from Israeli airstrike in Gaza. Court found no jurisdiction because defendants had functional immunity.

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    Jonathan Grimes, partner in the criminal law team introduces the 1st our International Conference , Alison McDonald , Rodney Dixon QC , Barra McGrory QC and

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  14. Jan 28

    The Uganda Victims and Survivors Network was formed in 2019, to address the lack of victims’ presence in discussions on the transitional justice processes being planned or implemented on their behalf. To learn more, watch the full film here:

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  15. Jan 28

    Victims of the conflict in desperately need justice, reparations & interim assistance to address their urgent needs. The implementation of the Transitional Justice Policy, as advocated by the Uganda Victims & Survivors Network , would help address their needs.

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  16. Jan 28

    Our report identifies some key obstacles that prevent perpetrators of peacekeeper child sexual abuse from being held to account, and victims from obtaining redress through the courts:

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    Jan 28

    Our work on the forms part of a joint project on improving victims’ access to justice during investigations & prosecutions of international crimes in the

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    Jan 28

    together with partner org are participating in informal consultations to discuss the Draft Convention this week in The Hague and will continue working to ensure cooperation frameworks give effect to

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  19. Jan 28

    13 yrs post war haven't stopped Christ Ongom & other victims from pursuing . They're speaking up & organising themselves into the Uganda Victims & Survivors Network. Don't miss out on the full interview here:

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    Jan 28

    & 12 other NGOs renew call on States to strengthen provisions in a new multilateral treaty on mutual legal assistance & extradition for domestic prosecution of the most serious international crimes

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