Although international advocacy is important and can lead to strong pressure for change, sustainable improvements can only take place if they are led and supported by those inside the countries where mass violations occur. In contexts of high levels of corruption, nepotism, and impunity, the challenge of holding governments to account falls on civil society and community-based organizations. Those organizations are well placed to lead movements for change, but often need to develop their levels of knowledge through exposure to lessons from other contexts, and the capacity to influence change.
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…
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…
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…
Screenings of AJAR’s Award-Winning Animated Films “Konta-Sai” and “8:45” at Dili International Film Festival
Dili, 7 October 2021 – Screenings of AJAR’s two animated films, “8:45”and the award-winning “Konta-Sai”, took place with students of…
[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…
Training on Advocacy for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls
Dili, 16 June 2021 – Together with ACbit and FONGTIL, AJAR hosted a virtual training with the theme “Advocacy for…
Training on Legal Framework: Transforming Law, Abuse Prevention and Trauma Support
Dili, 24 May 2021 – Together with ACbit and FONGTIL, AJAR hosted a five-day training on learning processes and transformative…
Virtual Exchange: Discussing Approaches to End Violence against Women To South Pacific (Solomon Islands, Tonga, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea) and Sri-Lanka
11 May 2021 – Despite current travel restrictions, AJAR and our partners continue to maintain strong networks to support each…
Training on Gender and Women Empowerment: Participatory Action Research methods & Reduce poverty
Dili, 14 April 2021 – Together with ACbit and FONGTIL, AJAR hosted a training workshop on gender and women empowerment…
All the Birds are Gone: Indigenous Women Speak Out Against Forest Loss in Papua
“I still have my nature [traditional land], but the police always come to hunt. We put up a signpost…
Seeking Justice: An Analysis of Obstacles and Opportunities for Civil Society Groups Pursuing Accountability for Human Rights Violations in Domestic Courts in Kachin and Northern Shan States
Kachin Women’s Association – Thailand (KWAT) and Asia Justice and Rights (AJAR) are releasing a new report on access to…
[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…
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…
Press Release—First-Year Anniversary of the Centro Nacional Chega!: Keeping the Promise for Truth, Justice, and Healing in Timor-Leste
First-Year Anniversary of the Centro Nacional Chega! Keeping the Promise for Truth, Justice, and Healing in Timor-Leste 17 July 2018…
Press Release: International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, Yangon, Myanmar
Addressing the Needs of Torture Survivors is Key to Building Peace and Democracy Women’s League of Burma (WLB), Network for Human…
Papuan Women Working Group’s Submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food
On 14 April 2018, the Papuan Women’s Working Group (PWG) submitted a paper to Hilal Elver, the UN Special Rapporteur…
Launch of AJAR partner’s photobook on Timorese stolen children in Makassar, South Sulawesi
“I’ve always dreamed of being reunited with [my] family there, and I’ve always made efforts to do it.” – Antoni,…