Transitional Justice and Post-Conflict Reconstruction: Assessing the Effectiveness of Truth and Reconciliation Processes
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https://doi.org/10.36676/jrps.v15.i3.1493Keywords:
Transitional justice, Truth and reconciliation processes, Post-conflict reconstruction, Accountability, Reconciliation, Human rights abusesAbstract
Transitional justice mechanisms, such as truth and reconciliation processes, play a crucial role in post-conflict reconstruction by addressing past human rights abuses and promoting reconciliation and social cohesion. the effectiveness of truth and reconciliation processes in achieving their objectives, drawing on theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence from diverse transitional contexts. defining transitional justice and providing an overview of truth and reconciliation processes, including their goals, mechanisms, and challenges. It then evaluates the effectiveness of truth and reconciliation processes in promoting accountability, fostering reconciliation, and addressing the root causes of conflict.
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