Documenting and providing assistance to judicial authorities
We work with victims who are unable to seek justice and redress locally by pursuing cases in national and regional courts whenever, however, and wherever feasible.
First, we document international crimes and litigate on behalf of victims, working with those who are unable to seek justice locally to pursue cases in national and regional courts — whenever, however, and wherever feasible.
Second, we strengthen the capacity of civil society groups and legal practitioners in affected countries, sharing our expertise so that those closest to the crimes can navigate international justice systems and build accountability from within.
Third, we monitor trials and share what happens in court with the communities most affected, bridging the geographic distance between proceedings and the people they concern.
Together, these three strands of work are designed to ensure that justice — when it comes — is meaningful, lasting, and felt where it matters most.
Our approach
Capacity strengthening
Sharing our expertise, we bolster the ability of civil society groups and legal practitioners to document international crimes and navigate international justice systems.
Awareness raising and outreach
By creating accessible information and providing regular updates, we inform the public and affected communities in the countries where the crimes were committed about trials and advancements in international justice.
Our values
Integrity
We have strong moral principles that unify us as a team, and are committed to being reliable, honest, and trustworthy.
Humility
We understand that our line of work is very challenging. Individually and as an organization, we are ready to question ourselves, learn from setbacks and grow.
Perseverance
Through discipline, hard work, and determination even when faced with challenges and setbacks, we are relentless in pursuing our mission and upholding the highest standards of quality.
Independence
We do not accept funding from governmental sources. To ensure our sustainability, we diversify our sources of funding to ensure that we are never dependent on any one donor, and can immediately revoke funding – of any kind – that threatens our independence
Non-discrimination
Our work is based on the conviction that anyone who has committed international crimes should be investigated and tried before a court of law, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, nationality, race, religion, social or political status or affiliation.
Victim-centered
Through a victim-centered approach we are committed to placing the rights, safety, security and dignity of victims and survivors at the center of our work. We are committed to ensuring their security and safety on a long-term basis.
Explore our impact
Every year, we publish a detailed account of our work — the cases we have pursued, the communities we have supported, and the progress made in international justice. Our annual reports tell the story of accountability in action.
Annual reports