Documenting International Crimes and Human Rights Violations for Criminal Accountability Purposes: Guidelines for Civil Society Organisations
2022Eurojust, the EU Network for investigation and prosecution of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes (‘Genocide Network’), and the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court
These guidelines support civil society organisations in documenting international crimes and human rights violations in ways that may allow the information to be used as evidence in court. They outline key do’s and don’ts to help strengthen and avoid undermining accountability efforts. Developed in response to requests from civil society actors, the guidelines will be dynamic and updated based on their experiences and ongoing consultation. Available in English, Ukrainian, French, Spanish, and Arabic.
Key wordshuman rights / international law / organised violence
CountriesGlobal
CategoryManuals and guidelines