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Active 1 month, 2 weeks agoPosition: Senior Research Specialist Organisation / institution: Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation Bio: Dr. Jasmina Brankovic is the Senior Research Specialist at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, South Africa, and at the Institute for Integrated Transitions, Spain. With a focus on participatory methods, Jasmina conducts research on inequality and socioeconomic transformation, climate justice, narrative change, and civil society strategies in transitional contexts. Her publications include Violence, Inequality and Transformation: Apartheid Survivors on South Africa\'s Ongoing Transition (2020), The Global Climate Regime and Transitional Justice (2018) and Advocating Transitional Justice in Africa: The Role of Civil Society (2018). She has a PhD in Political Science from the University of Marburg (Centre for Conflict Studies). Skills and expertise: Transitional justice; peacebuilding; violence prevention; socioeconomic transformation; narratives; participatory methods; South Africa; Africa Reason for membership: Seeking community of practice on transitional justice specific to the African continent. Location: Spain Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasmina-brankovic/ -
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Active 2 months, 1 week agoPosition: Director Organisation / institution: Equiano Institute Bio: Jonas Kgomo is a South African researcher and entrepreneur who has established himself as a prominent voice in Artificial Intelligence (AI) safety and governance, particularly within the African continent. Professional Roles & Impact He is primarily known for founding several organisations dedicated to the ethical development and deployment of AI: Equiano Institute: As the founder and a senior researcher, he leads interdisciplinary research on AI technology and societal change in Africa. Redress: The Transitional Justice for AI harms Skills and expertise: Software engineer, research Reason for membership: Interested in contributing to ideas on AI and harm Location: Johannesburg -
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Active 2 months, 2 weeks agoPosition: Executive Director Organisation / institution: Action Pour le Developpement des Jeunes au Congo (ADJC) Bio: Nondo Rugira Christian is a youth empowerment leader, human rights and gender equality defender, peace and policy advocate, and humanitarian actor. He serves as Executive Director of ADJC (Action Pour le Développement des Jeunes au Congo), where he leads initiatives focused on inclusive education, access to justice, climate resilience, menstrual health education, and community empowerment. He is committed to advancing social justice, youth leadership, gender equality, and sustainable peace, particularly in conflict-affected and underserved communities. Through his work, he promotes local action, civic engagement, and inclusive development for vulnerable populations. Skills and expertise: Skills and Expertise - Youth Empowerment and Leadership
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
- Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
- Policy Advocacy and Civic Engagement
- Inclusive Education Programming
- Access to Justice and Community Protection
- Climate Resilience and Community Adaptation
- Menstrual Health Education and Awareness
- Humanitarian Action and Community Outreach
- Project Design, Coordination, and Implementation
- Community Mobilization and Capacity Building
- Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Building
- Public Speaking and Facilitation
- Monitoring, Reporting, and Documentation
- Advocacy Campaigns and Awareness Raising
Reason for membership: Reason for Membership in the African Transitional Justice Network I am interested in joining the African Transitional Justice Network because I am deeply committed to human rights, peacebuilding, access to justice, and community resilience, particularly in conflict-affected and vulnerable communities. Through my work as Executive Director of ADJC (Action Pour le Développement des Jeunes au Congo), I have been actively engaged in supporting youth empowerment, gender equality, civic participation, and the protection of human dignity. My interest in transitional justice is rooted in the realities faced by many communities in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where conflict, displacement, violence, exclusion, and injustice continue to affect lives and limit opportunities for sustainable peace. I believe transitional justice is essential for promoting truth, accountability, healing, reconciliation, and inclusive recovery. By joining this network, I hope to learn from African experts and practitioners, strengthen my understanding of transitional justice approaches, and contribute grassroots perspectives from local communities. I am particularly interested in how transitional justice can support youth inclusion, women’s rights, peacebuilding, community dialogue, and long-term social transformation. Membership in this network would provide an important platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, advocacy, and capacity strengthening, while also enabling me to contribute to broader African efforts toward justice, peace, and reconciliation. Location: Congo kinshasa Social Media: http://www.adjcongo.org -
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Active 2 months, 3 weeks agoPosition: PRESIDENT Organisation / institution: Association Noyau DUR pour la Propotion de la Justice Transitionnelle au Mali ( AND-MALI) Bio: Issouf DIABATÉ est juriste, consultant et enseignant-chercheur spécialisé dans les questions de gouvernance, de droits humains et de justice transitionnelle. Je coordonne plusieurs initiatives et projets dans ces domaines au Mali et contribue aux réflexions sur les mécanismes de prévention et de gestion des conflits. Actuellement président de l\'association Noyau Dur pour la promotion de la justice transitionnelle au Mali. Je suis titulaire d\'une maîtrise en droit des affaires ainsi que de deux masters : l\'un en droit privé et l\'autre en prévention et gestion des conflits et protection des droits humains. Skills and expertise: - Expert en justice transitionnelle, spécialisé dans la réconciliation nationale, la gestion des conflits, la promotion des droits humains, les mécanismes traditionnels de justice, l\'analyse des processus de paix, la facilitation de dialogues multi-acteurs, l\'élaboration de projets, le plaidoyer institutionnel et la cohésion sociale.
Reason for membership: Partages d\'expertises, réseautages, et collaboration active. Location: Bamako - MALI Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/share/172WK68tAa/ -
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Active 3 months, 2 weeks agoPosition: Magistrate Organisation / institution: Appeal Court, Niamey, Niger Bio: Knowledgeable and committed legal professional with more than twenty years working experience as a magistrate. Held multiple law (national and international) support positions and is familiar with daily practice in a jurisdiction. Administrative expert capable of fast and effective organizational and communication skills. Experienced behind a desk, arranging meetings, and managing schedule. Self-motivated and detail oriented, with strong supporting abilities and active listening skills. A person who combines loyalty, impartiality, ethical conduct, independent and extensive legal knowledge. Skills and expertise: Expert with proven skills in Niger and Mali in legal, judicial, rule of law, transitional justice, civic engagement and capacity building and advocacy. I also have expertise in implementing, monitoring and evaluating programs and projects for access to justice, security sector reform and human rights, as well as supervising and leading multidisciplinary teams in judicial and legal practices. Bilingual, fluent in French, English, Haussa, Djerma-Songhai and Kanouri. Reason for membership: Expert, Roster member of Africa TJ Expert Location: Niamey. Niger Republic -
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Active 3 months, 3 weeks agoBio: Dr. Frederick Khamis is a well-known South Sudanese academic, peacebuilder, and security expert. His background makes him a strong candidate for a role that requires balancing law, security, and social reform: Academic Expertise: He holds a PhD and has published significant research on the root causes of conflict in South Sudan, particularly on inter-ethnic violence and the failures of past peace agreements. Security & Rule of Law: He has a long history in law enforcement (formerly a Brigadier General in the Police Service) and has worked extensively with the UN (UNDP and UNDSS) on Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) and Rule of Law programs. Civil Reform: He is recognized for his work with youth rehabilitation (e.g., the \"Niggas Response Program\") and has a reputation for standing his ground on matters of public interest, even facing professional risks in the early 1990s. Skills and expertise: Strategic Planning & Development Policy Conflict Recovery & Peacebuilding Humanitarian Protection & Youth Engagement International Security & UN Coordination Police Reform & Institutional Transformation Crisis Management & Negotiation bilingual skills (English and Arabic Honours and recognition certificates by united nations secretary general Antonio guterres Location: Juba south sudan Social Media: http://www.drfredrickkhamis.in -
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Active 4 months agoPosition: Advocacy Specialist Organisation / institution: CSVR Bio: Dr. Bobuin Jr. Valery is an Advocacy Specialist at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation. His expertise is grounded in transitional justice, peace and security, violent extremism, and governance in fragile settings. He actively engages with state-level institutions to influence policy, including interventions with the United Nations, the African Union, the G5 Sahel, ECOWAS and ECCAS. And with parliaments and state ministries across Africa. His work focuses on proposing model transitional justice approaches to address several developmental challenges and governance deficits in Africa. He holds a Doctor of Laws in Constitutional Law and the Philosophy of Law from the Universiteit van die Vrystaat, South Africa. Skills and expertise: Transitional Justice, Human Rights, Violent Extremism, Law, Stakeholder Management. -
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Active 4 months agoAdditional Name: Andrew Position: National Network Coordinator Organisation / institution: West Africa Network for Peacebuilding Sierra Leone Bio: A peacebuilding and development enthusiast working with the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding Sierra Leone. Skills and expertise: Peace building Project Management Transitional justice Reason for membership: Knowledge exchange and learning Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone -
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Active 4 months agoPosition: Executive Director Organisation / institution: Tigray Human Rights Advocacy Network (THRAN) Bio: Haregot Zeray holds MA in Human Rights from Addis Ababa University. He has served in higher educational institutions in Ethiopia in the capacity of lecturer for 10 years. Previously, he worked as a senior human rights expert, program manager and project coordinator at the Tigray Human Rights Advocacy Network (THRAN). He currently serves as Executive Director of THRAN, leading Human rights Advocacy, education, training, research, monitoring and investigation to uphold human rights, advance Transitional justice and foster peace building in Tigray, Ethiopia. Skills and expertise: Haregot Zeray Possesses strong foundational computer skills and excels in speaking, writing, listening and reading four languages: Tigrigna, Amharic, English and Geez. Reason for membership: To exchange ideas, knowledge, experiences and jointly work for the advancement of Transitional justice in the continent in general and Ethiopia in particular Location: Tigray, Ethiopia -
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Active 4 months agoPosition: Independent Researcher and TJ Advocacy Consultant Organisation / institution: BRICS Research Institute Bio: Affililiations: BRICS Research Institute, Durban University of Technology. Bio: I am a seasoned Peace, Security and Governance practitioner with nine years of experience in peacebuilding, human rights and transitional justice in Africa. I hold a Masters in Human Rights, Peace and Development (Africa University) and a BSc (Hons) in Peace and Governance (Bindura University) which align with the topic(s) under discussion and my passion to advance justice. I am also in possession of various professional certificates in peacebuilding, human rights and social justice from local and international training hubs which complement my skills in this field. Skills and expertise: • Directly engages and coordinates TJ organisations to ensure that they effectively responde to TJ issues in Zimbabwe; • Conducts regular needs assessments for TJ stakeholders so that they remain aware of their evolving expectations from the movement; • Conducts strategic and impact TJ research including: -Conducting both quantitative and qualitative field research to inform organic and context specific TJ policies in Zimbabwe; -Developing concept note(s), identified research projects and events and -Preparing draft report(s) for review. • Designs and implements high impact transitional justice projects with a strong gender component; • Provides technical support to high level government institutions such as specific parliamentary portfolio committees, the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission and the Executive; • Provides overall leadership and operational support for trainees and communities (including women and girls) participating in TJ projects across all Provinces and Districts in Zimbabwe; • Capacitates communities on TJ issues through community-based trainings and dialogues to promote peace and reconciliation, with a strong gender component; • Produces thoroughly researched analytical papers on transitional justice, human rights and conflict transformation; • Carries-out intensive and extensive transitional justice policy analysis and produces advocacy reports to push for TJ policy adoption and implementation; • Designs appropriate interventions and recommendations for all transitional justice processes in Zimbabwe to combat marginalisation and discrimination of survivors on the basis of religious, political and cultural affiliation; • Convenes and facilitates regular stakeholder meetings which included training and dialogues on key transitional justice issues in Zimbabwe (including youths, PWDs, women and girls); • Participates in domestic, regional and international transitional justice advocacy programmes; • Participates in various activities on behalf of the organisation; • Compiles and dispatches various transitional justice reports within agreed timeframes; • Keeps tags on and designed appropriate responses to critical transitional justice developments in the country and region; • Identifies and contributes to and drafted grant proposals and donor reports; and • Engages in grant management and compliance processes. Reason for membership: Active engagement in TJ processes and engagements. Location: Harare/Johannesburg
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