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Active 1 week, 3 days agoPosition: Executive Director Organisation / institution: CSVR Bio: Annah Moyo is the Executive Director at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR). Annah is a Human Rights and Transitional Justice practitioner with over 18 years\' experience across the intersecting fields of human rights, transitional justice, gender, law, peace and security. She is passionate about justice, reparations, peace and security, community safety and wellbeing, human rights, and healing for all. Her publications promote a multidisciplinary approach to addressing human rights abuses, with a particular focus on empowering communities, advocacy, and social justice. Annah bridges the gap between laws and their implementation. She has worked with AU institutions in various capacities, supporting the development of soft law instruments, and is an expert trainer at national, regional, and continental levels in Human Rights, Transitional Justice, peacebuilding, and gender. She obtained her LLB and LLM with Specialisation in Human Rights and Constitutional Practice at the University of Pretoria. Skills and expertise: International Law International Human Rights Law Transitional Justice and Rule of Law Peace and Security Legal and human rights research Public Policy Stakeholder Management Mentorship and coaching Gender mainstreaming and integration Advocacy, networking and negotiation Diplomacy Political Analysis Conflict analysis Trainer and workshop facilitator Project & Programme Management Reason for membership: To learn, share knowledge, findings, best practices and reflect on transitional justice in Africa and beyond Location: Johannesburg, South Africa -
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Active 1 week, 6 days agoPosition: Student and Research fellow Organisation / institution: Rhodes University & International Council on Human Rights, Peace & Politics: Centre for Peace & Conflict Studies Bio: Arnold Mugwagwa is a research fellow at the International Council for Human Rights and Peace & Politics (ICHRPP) and a dedicated scholar with a passion for peace, security, and international affairs. Currently pursuing a PhD in Political Studies, Arnold brings a robust academic background, holding a Master\'s degree in International Affairs and a Bachelor’s degree (with honours) in Peace Studies from Midlands State University. Throughout his career, Arnold has continually expanded his expertise, earning a range of professional certifications. These include a Certificate in Applying Foresight & Scenario Building on Multilateralism and the Geopolitical Agency of Africa (European University Institute & Institute for Security Studies), as well as certificates in Research Integrity (Human Sciences Research Council, 2025) and Non-Violent Actions & Peacebuilding (United States Institute for Peace; Gandhi Global Academy). He is also an alumnus of the Youth Peace Lab’s first cohort on Youth Security and Peace (Institute for Justice & Reconciliation, 2025) and an associate of the Institute for Economics & Peace. An alumnus of the Human Science Research Council\'s 1st Cohort of the Science Diplomacy Summer School. Arnold\'s commitment to advancing global peace is further reflected in his specialised training in nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation, and verification, gained through the Nuclear Disarmament Verification programme at the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, in collaboration with VERTIC. He is a valued member of VERTIC’s Working Group on the Role of Multilateral Institutions in Nuclear Disarmament Verification, where he actively contributes to international policy initiatives. With extensive knowledge and practical experience across peacebuilding, security policy, and international cooperation, Arnold is committed to driving positive change and fostering inclusive, sustainable futures. He is always open to new collaborations and opportunities to contribute to the global peace and security agenda. Skills and expertise: Communication skills Conflict analysis Negotiation Peacebuilding Research data analysis Reason for membership: Im looking for spaces were i can grow and learn from peers and build networks and structure for cooperation and collaborations Location: Southern Africa -
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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 1 month, 3 weeks agoPosition: Senior Lecturer in International Human Rights Law Organisation / institution: University of Stirling Bio: Dr. Damian Etone is a Senior Lecturer in International Human Rights Law at the University of Stirling. He serves as the Director of the MSc Programme in Human Rights and Diplomacy, a program offered in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). Etone holds an LLM (Distinction) in International Criminal/Human Rights Law from Bangor University (Wales) and a PhD in International Human Rights Law from the University of Adelaide (Australia). Dr. Etone is a co-founding coordinator of the Universal Periodic Review Academic Network (UPRAN), an international network of scholars focused on the UN’s Universal Periodic Review mechanism. His research expertise centers on international human rights law, with a particular focus on the participation of African states in global human rights mechanisms. He has published extensively in the areas of human rights and transitional justice, and is a International Criminal Law Case Reporter for Oxford University Press and recently as Editor of the monograph Human Rights and the UN Universal Periodic Review Mechanism: A Research Companion (2024). In 2023, Dr. Etone was appointed as an Academic Adviser to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), where he plays a critical role in assessing the academic merit and development potential of scholarship candidates. He also undertook a visiting scholarship at the University of Ghana Law School in 2023, further enhancing his international academic collaborations. Dr. Etone has received prestigious awards and recognitions throughout his career. He was a recipient of the Chevening Scholarship Award (2012-2013), a leadership scholarship funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and the Beacon of Enlightenment Scholarship Award (2014-2017). Skills and expertise: International law International human rights law Transitional justice international criminal law Teaching and research Reason for membership: Expert Location: United Kingdom Social Media: http://linkedin.com/in/dr-damian-etone-45519174 -
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Active 2 months, 1 week agoPosition: Project Officer, Initiative for Transitional Justice in Africa Organisation / institution: African Union Commission Bio: Policy professional with experience in governance, conflict prevention, and transitional justice. Currently working with the African Union Commission, with expertise in international human rights law, democratization, peace-building, and inclusive justice processes for indigenous communities. Skills and expertise: African Regional Human Rights. Transitional Justice in the African Context. Conflict-Related Sexual Violence. Youth Peace & Security. Policy Analyst. Business & Human Rights. Visiting Lecturer (CHR - UP) Reason for membership: To expand my network with experts and professionals in the same or similar fields Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/home.php%20(Facebook)%20https://www.linkedin.com/feed/%20(LinkedIn) -
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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 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 agoPosition: Dr. Arnaud Yaliki is Teacher and researcher (University of Bangui), Commissioner of the Truth, Justice Commission of the Central African Republic and Founding President of the Central African Observatory on Transitional Justice. Organisation / institution: University of Bangui, Truth, Justice, Reparation, and Reconciliation Commission, Central African Observatory on Transitional Justice Bio: Arnaud Yaliki is a citizen of the Central African Republic and the father of two children. He has a dual background in public law and political science, culminating in a doctorate in law, which he completed at the University of Paris Est Créteil (France). Since 2018, he has served as a faculty member and researcher at the University of Bangui, in the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences, where he has built his career. He is the author of several articles and a book. In April 2024, he was sworn in as a Commissioner of the Truth, Justice, Reparation, and Reconciliation Commission. His research focuses on international human rights law, international criminal justice, and transitional justice. In addition to teaching, Arnaud YALIKI has held other positions of responsibility, including Permanent Secretary of the Central African Republic’s Interfaith Platform, legal advisor to Parliament, assistant to the judges of the Constitutional Council, Ambassador, and Chargé de Mission for African Integration and La Francophonie at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He has carried out several missions as an independent consultant, commissioned by the United Nations and other regional organizations (In Transformation Initiative, Institute for Justice and Reconciliation, Impunity Watch, International Center for Transitional Justice). He is a member of the Community of Practitioners, an African Union platform that brings together former. Skills and expertise: 1. Legal Expertise • International human rights law • International criminal law (including international criminal justice) • Transitional justice (truth, justice, reparations, guarantees of non-repetition) • Constitutional law and democratic governance • Analysis and interpretation of national and international legal texts 2. Research and Scholarly Writing • Design of legal research projects • Drafting of scholarly articles, dissertations, and analytical reports • Proficiency in qualitative and documentary research methodologies • Ability to structure and organize scholarly work • Legal monitoring and critical analysis 3. Experience in transitional justice and victims’ rights • Active participation in judicial and non-judicial mechanisms of the transitional justice process in the Central African Republic • Documentation of human rights violations • Supporting and accompanying victims in judicial proceedings • Advocacy for the recognition and redress of victims • Knowledge of international mechanisms (e.g., International Criminal Court) 4. Project management skills • Development of projects in the field of human rights and peace • Strategic planning and theory of change • Monitoring and evaluation of activities • Drafting of funding applications and reports to partners 5. Communication and Advocacy • Excellent writing and public speaking skills • Facilitating conferences, workshops, and training sessions • Institutional communication and community outreach • Ability to explain complex legal concepts in layman’s terms 6. Cross-Functional Skills • Analytical and synthesis skills • Scientific rigor and critical thinking • Ability to adapt to fragile contexts (CAR) • Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration • Commitment to justice, peace, and human rights Reason for membership: My membership in the African Transitional Justice Network stems from my deep commitment to actively contributing to the promotion of transitional justice in Africa, particularly in fragile contexts such as that of the Central African Republic. This commitment is driven by several key motivations: • Strengthening capacities and knowledge in the field of transitional justice through the exchange of experiences, best practices, and research among African experts. • Contributing to the promotion of victims’ rights by supporting their effective participation in truth, justice, and reparations processes. • Participating in a dynamic pan-African network that fosters collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and civil society actors committed to peace and reconciliation. • Influencing public policy by providing legal and analytical expertise in the design and implementation of transitional justice mechanisms tailored to African realities. • Amplify the voices of fragile contexts, particularly that of the CAR, to highlight local experiences and contribute to sustainable and inclusive solutions. Thus, joining this network serves as a strategic lever to strengthen my professional and academic commitment to justice, peace, and social reconstruction on the African continent. Location: Bangui, Central African Republic -
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Active 3 months, 3 weeks agoPosition: Professor of Criminology and President, African Forum for Restorative Justice Organisation / institution: African forum for Restorative Justice Bio: Don John O. Omale PhD is an UNODC Expert in Restorative Justice; a British Chevening Scholar of Criminology; and Professor of Criminology at the Federal University Wukari Taraba State, Nigeria. He was two times Head of Department from 2018-2022 before joining the School of Law and Criminology University of Derby UK where he is currently teaching Criminology, Restorative Justice Victimology. He holds BSc Psychology (University of Nigeria, Nsukka), MSc Criminology (University of Leicester, UK) and PhD Criminology with specialism in Restorative Justice & Victimology at the Centre for Community and Criminal Justice, De-Montfort University Leicester, England, UK. He is undoubtedly the first black African to be awarded PhD in Restorative Justice and Victimology. He is an alumnus of the Rotary Foundation International “Group Study Exchange Programme” to California, District 5230 USA (2002).; an Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Delegate to the Model United Nations Congress in New York, USA (2003) funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office, London. He voluntarily disengaged from the Nigerian Prisons Service as Assistant Controller of Prisons (ACP), and has directed Research and Training at the Prisons Staff College Kaduna, and the Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna respectively. He is internationally published, and has presented academic papers in Restorative Justice, Counter Violent Extremism and Victimology at international conferences in the UK, USA, Canada, The Hague; Bangkok, Valletta-Malta, South Africa, Mozambique, Addis Ababa, Morocco, Cairo, Egypt and Dakar, Senegal. He is an International Advisory Board member to the Restorative Justice Initiative Midland, UK, the Community of Restorative Researchers, UK and Restorative Justice International, USA respectively. He is also the “Africa Book Review Correspondent” to the International Journal of Restorative Justice at the Catholic University, Leuven, Belgium. And Editorial Team of the International Encyclopedia of Restorative Justice: Africa Volume. He is a member of the World Society of Victimology and Fellow of the Institute of Criminology and Penology, Lagos, Nigeria. He is the author of a bestseller book titled ‘Restorative Justice and Victimology: Euro-Africa Perspectives’ published in The Hague, Netherlands by Wolf Legal Publishers. He is the Founder of African forum for Restorative Justice and his research impact includes the mainstreaming of Restorative Justice in the Nigerian Criminal Justice System culminating in the enactment of the Nigerian Correctional Service Act 2019. Skills and expertise: Research and Training Reason for membership: To enhance \"restorative \" transitional justice programmes in Africa through research and training Location: Derby, UK -
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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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