Post conflict communities and transitional justice

The importance of justice in communities in transition, and in societies living through post-conflict periods, is clearly stated in international human rights law and is highlighted by the many efforts to bring perpetrators to justice both under national and international law. These processes are important not only from a legal point of view, but have important repercussions on health and coping after periods of unrest, injustice and violence. This thematic page includes some useful links in relation to Post conflict communities and transitional justice.

UN Documents

Introduction to post-communities and transitional justice

Post-conflict communities and individuals’ mental health recovery

Handbooks and Guides

  • Handbook for repatriation and reintegration Activities
    UNHCR, Amadou Tijan Jallow (2004)
    The Handbook for Repatriation and Reintegration Activities (“the Handbook”) is a guide for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and partner staff in the field to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate repatriation and reintegration activities.
  • WHO Mental Health Policy and Service guidance package
    WHO
    This module is part of the WHO Mental Health Policy and Service guidance package, which provides practical information to assist countries to improve the mental health of their populations. Important for countries that are rebuilding their governance.
    (2004, 102 pages pdf)
  • Reconciliation after Violent Conflict; A Handbook. International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance 2003, David Bloomfield, Teresa Barnes and Luc Huyse.

Post-conflict communities and transitional justice and women

Organisations, Institutions and Sites

 

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