Formal accountability mechanisms for mass violations in Asia and the Pacific are often compromised, and lack political support. Perpetrators go unpunished and remain unrepentant, resulting in a breakdown of the rule of law and ongoing cycles of violence. But, despite this, and in the face of discrimination and threats of violence, survivors and human rights defenders continue to advocate for truth and justice.
The Stolen Children of Timor-Leste
Since 1975, thousands of Timorese children have been abducted and taken to Indonesia. With the cooperation and assistance of the governments of Timor-Leste and Indonesia, AJAR has been tracing these “stolen children”, and reuniting them with their families.
Empowerment of Rohingya Refugees
AJAR works to educate and empower Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, while documenting their experiences in a quest for accountability. Many are victims of serious human rights violations, and all have lost their homes and possessions.
Indonesia/Malaysia/Thailand: New Report from Rohingya Oral Histories Portrayed Urgent Need for Regional Action on Refugee Crisis
“When I looked up, I could only see the sky wherever I looked, and when I looked down, it was…
Myanmar: Examining Myanmar’s Refugee Situation and ASEAN’s Response
Bangkok, Thailand, 25 June 2024 — Myanmar has a long and oppressive history of harrowing refugee crises and multiple human…
Thailand: National Seminar Confronts Past Abuses and Conflicts, Seeks Path to Peace
Thailand has a long history of serious human rights violations, particularly in the context of nation-wide political uprisings as well…
Solomon Islands: Healing Trauma and Building Peace after Conflict, One Community at a Time
Honiara, Solomon Islands, 27 February 2024 – In the Solomon Islands, a state in the western Pacific Ocean, the aftermath…
Indonesia: AJAR, Aceh CSOs Launch Digital Map of Human Rights Violations Sites in Aceh
Aceh, Indonesia, 30 October 2023 — Asia Justice and Rights, in collaboration with three Aceh civil society organisations, have unveiled…
Regional: Searching the Path to Perpetual Peace – Asia-Pacific Organisations Collaborate to Strengthen and Sustain Peace and Guarantees of Non-Recurrence
From 9 to 14 October 2023, an international summit bringing together a regional network of individuals and organisations for truth,…
Regional: AJAR, TJAN Mark Peace Day with Discussion on Grassroots Peacebuilding Efforts in Asia-Pacific
To celebrate International Day of Peace 2023, Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR) and Transitional Justice Asia Networks hold a public…
South Korea: AJAR Shares Experiences and Practices in Pursuing Justice for Victims of Enforced Disappearance
Seoul, South Korea, 30 August 2023 — To mark the International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearance, the UN Human…
Indonesia: Rushing for a Remedy without Recognition
This article was published in the paper edition of The Jakarta Post with the title ”Rushing for a remedy without recognition”….
Timor-Leste: Bukae ba Sobrevivente, New Study on Reparations to Survivors of Sexual Violence during the 1975-1999 Conflict
“During the period of conflict in Timor-Leste, sexual violence had a profound impact on its victims and on the general…
Timor-Leste: Taking the Next Step — Right to Reparations for Survivors of Sexual Violence
Women and other survivors of the widespread sexual violence during Timor-Leste’s 24-year conflict are ageing and continue facing new struggles…
Regional: Network of Rights and Memory Initiatives Gathers for “Protecting Ethnic and Cultural Diversity in the Asia and Pacific Region” Summit in Indonesia
From 25 to 30 September 2022, Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR), the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience (ICSC), and…
Report Launching on Pathways to Transitional Justice in Indonesia: Victims’ Agency in the Face of Impunity
28 August 2022 – Since 2020, AJAR has conducted nationwide research on the transitional justice mechanisms for survivors of past…
Myanmar: AJAR Releases Online Course on the International Accountability Mechanisms for Myanmar
On 22 July 2022, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is expected to release its judgement on the preliminary objections…
Indonesia-Timor-Leste relations: Good neighbors and unfinished business
This article was published in the paper edition of The Jakarta Post with the title ” Indonesia-Timor-Leste relations: Good neighbors and…
Joint NGO Submission for Universal Periodic Review
Jakarta, 31 March 2022 – AJAR alongside other NGOs in Indonesia sent three submissions for the 41st Session of the…
Indonesia: Handover of Truth and Reconciliation Commission Findings and Recommendations to Aceh Parliament, A Milestone for Truth and Justice in Indonesia
31 December 2021 — After convening three public hearings and documenting more than 5,000 statements from victims of human rights…
Screenings of AJAR’s Award-Winning Animated Films “Konta-Sai” and “8:45” in Bali
Bali, 27 November 2021 – Screenings of AJAR’s two animated films, “8:45”and the award-winning “Konta-Sai”, took place with human rights…
AJAR’s Short Film “Konta-sai” Awarded Best Film and Best Animation at ReelOzInd! Australia Indonesia Short Film Competition 2021
We are delighted and proud to announce that our animated documentary titled “Konta-sai” has been awarded the Best Film and…
[WEBINAR] The Need of Truth and Justice for Victims and Family of Disappeared, Lessons from Asia and Latin America
30 August 2021 – To commemorate the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, AJAR and our partners held…