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.
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…
13 Years of Indonesian-Timor-Leste CTF Report; Indonesian-Timor Leste Community Initiative Responds to Limited Role of the State in Continuing KKP Recommendations
23 July 2021 – In Indonesia, thousands of children from Timor-Leste (now already adults) are still separated from their families…
The UN Security Council and ASEAN must take swift action against the military takeover in Myanmar
“We are only just learning to fly. Now the military has broken our wings.” Myanmar citizen, TV interview, 2 February…
16 Tahun Berlalu, Berapa Lama Lagi yang Dibutuhkan untuk Menemukan Pembunuh Munir?
Memperingati 16 tahun pembunuhan aktivis Hak Asasi Manusia Munir bin Thalib Jakarta, Indonesia, 7 September 2020 — Tepat 16 tahun…
“Achieve Justice by Combating Impunity” – International Day in Support of Victims of Torture (26 June 2020)
On this International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, Women’s League of Burma (WLB), Network for Human Rights Documentation…
Enduring Impunity in the Time of Corona: Survey of the Human Rights Victims Condition Facing COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia
From April to mid-May 2020, the Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR) worked with AJAR together with KontraS Sulawesi, Fopperham Yogyakarta,…
[Press Release] Remembering Rumoh Geudong, Raising Hope for Truth and Justice in Pidie-Aceh, Indonesia
PRESS RELEASE Remembering Rumoh Geudong, Raising Hope for Truth and Justice in Pidie-Aceh, Indonesia Pidie, Aceh, Indonesia, 3 March 2020…
[Press Release] International Accountability Mechanisms for Myanmar
Following the landmark order issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concerning Myanmar, Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR) releases…
[Press Release] Indonesia and Timor-Leste Must Do More to Search and Reunite the East Timor’s Stolen Children with their Families
Dili, Timor-Leste, 11 November 2019: “I feel very fortunate. I never thought I could return home after thirty-six years,” said…
Learning about Truth, Reparation and Community Reconciliation: Aceh’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Visit to Timor Leste
Dili, September 23, 2019 –– On September 16-20, 2019 Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR), Assosiasaun Chega Ba Ita (ACbit) and Centro…