Connections
-
![Profile picture of Shanel]()
Active 1 week, 3 days agoPosition: Advancement Officer Organisation / institution: Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation Bio: Purpose-driven and visionary leader in justice, reconciliation, and social transformation, with over eight years of progressive experience across civil society, academia, and international partnerships. Demonstrated expertise in leading organisational advancement, resource mobilisation, strategic communications, and programme development within values-based institutions committed to social healing and equity. Skills and expertise: Skilled in building and sustaining cross-sector partnerships spanning local communities, government, civil society, and international stakeholders. Brings a strong grounding in transitional justice, gender equity, land justice, and historical trauma, with a commitment to advancing inclusive dialogue and restorative processes. Location: Cape Town, South Africa Social Media: http://linkedin.com/in/shanél-quimpo-johannes-7b34b89a -
![Profile picture of Mahaman Yaou]()
Active 1 month agoPosition: Magistrat Organisation / institution: Ministre of justice Bio: Master droit de l\'Homme Certificat en justice transitionnelle (ULB) Skills and expertise: Droit de l\'homme Droit des réfugiés Migrations et déplacements forcés des personnes Transition de justice Reason for membership: Apporter une contribution significative dans la promotion et développement de la Justice transitionnelle en Afrique Location: Niamey, Niger -
![Profile picture of Erika]()
Active 1 month, 1 week agoPosition: Research Fellow in Slavery in War (Law and Justice) Organisation / institution: University of Nottingham Bio: Erika Miyamoto is a Rights Lab Research Fellow in Slavery and War with the Leverhulme Centre for Research on Slavery in War, a collaboration between the University of Nottingham and King’s College London. Her focus at the Leverhulme Centre is on Law and Justice, assessing legal and policy interventions addressing slavery in and after armed conflict, with attention to survivor perspectives, intersectional impacts, and intervention effectiveness.
Her expertise lies in international law, human rights, and transitional justice. Drawing on feminist and queer legal theory, she examines how legal frameworks address the lived experiences of survivors of slavery and gender-based violence in conflict. Her work engages with international courts and tribunals, as well as broader justice mechanisms, to explore survivor-centred approaches to accountability, reparations, and long-term recovery.
Erika holds a PhD in Law from the University of Barcelona, where she examined sexual slavery in international law through the case of Japan’s military sexual slavery. She also holds an LLM in International Law from the University of Glasgow. Prior to joining the Centre, she was a Research Fellow at the University of Bologna on the EU-funded interdisciplinary GenDJus – Rights and Prejudice project and has experience working with international organisations and development actors.
Skills and expertise: International law; international criminal law; international human rights law; transitional justice; gender and conflict; modern slavery and trafficking; survivor-centred and participatory research; feminist and queer legal theory; legal and policy analysis; case law and comparative justice mechanisms; and research on sexual slavery, forced marriage and other gendered forms of exploitation and violence in conflict and post-conflict settings. Social Media: http://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-miyamoto-183b59136 -
![Profile picture of Jasmina]()
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/ -
![Profile picture of Damian]()
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 -
![Profile picture of KEHINDE]()
Active 2 months, 1 week agoPosition: Executive Director Organisation / institution: HUMAN RIGHTS JOURNALISTS NETWORK NIGERIA Bio: Kehinde Adegboyega is a dedicated human rights defender, journalist, and impact producer based in Lagos, Nigeria. As the Executive Director of the Human Rights Journalists Network Nigeria (HRJNN) and the Founder of the Africa International Human Rights Film Festival (AIHRFF), he leverages media and digital storytelling as strategic tools for social change. Kehinde also serves as the Convener of the West African Digital Rights Defenders Coalition (WADRDC), where he leads regional efforts in digital rights advocacy, internet governance, and protecting the safety of media practitioners
Skills and expertise: - Human rights advocacy and investigation
- Digital rights and internet governance
- Film-based impact production and storytelling
- Digital security and resilience for journalists
- Open-source intelligence (OSINT) and digital forensics
- Coalition building and regional policy engagement
Reason for membership: To collaborate with fellow practitioners within the African Transitional Justice Hub to strengthen the intersection of media, technology, and justice. I am interested in exploring how digital evidence preservation and human rights filmmaking can enhance accountability and reconciliation efforts across the continent. Location: Lagos, Nigeria Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kehindeadegboyega -
![Profile picture of Isatou (Ayesha )]()
Active 3 months, 2 weeks agoPosition: Commissioner - Gambia Reparations Commission Organisation / institution: Reparations Commission Bio: Isatou Jammeh (Ayesha Harun Jammeh) is a transitional justice practitioner, human rights defender, and advocate for victim-centered justice in The Gambia. She is the Co-Founder and Head of Programs at the Gambia Center for Victims of Human Rights Violations, where she leads the design and implementation of programs focused on healing, empowerment, and justice for victims and survivors of past human rights abuses. Ayesha’s commitment to this work is deeply personal. She is herself an indirect victim of enforced disappearance her father was forcibly disappeared under the former regime, a loss that continues to shape her pursuit of truth, accountability, and dignity for all victims. At the Victims Center, Ayesha has been instrumental in establishing safe spaces for survivors to share their stories, access psychosocial support, and engage in national truth and justice mechanisms. She leads community outreach, victim engagement strategies, and partnerships with transitional justice institutions, ensuring survivors are not only heard but actively involved in shaping the path to justice. In recognition of her longstanding advocacy, Ayesha was recently confirmed as a Commissioner for the Victims Reparations Commission of The Gambia a national body tasked with implementing reparative measures for victims of human rights violations. Her appointment is both symbolic and substantive, signaling a shift toward victim-led justice in the country’s post-dictatorship recovery. A respected voice in transitional justice, Ayesha continues to contribute to national, regional, and international efforts focused on reparations, non-recurrence, and survivor empowerment. Her work embodies resilience, empathy, and an unshakable belief that justice is not just a legal outcome but a human right. Skills and expertise: Transitional Justice & Victim-Centered Approaches – Extensive experience working on truth-seeking, reparations, and accountability processes in post-authoritarian contexts. Reparations Policy and Implementation – Expertise in victim engagement and the development of reparative measures for survivors of human rights violations. Victim Advocacy and Empowerment – Strong background in representing and amplifying the voices of victims, particularly survivors of enforced disappearances and other grave human rights violations. Psychosocial Support & Trauma-Informed Programming – Experience designing and facilitating safe spaces, community dialogues, and healing initiatives for survivors and affected families. Program Development and Management – Leadership in designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that support victims’ rights, community healing, and transitional justice initiatives. Community Engagement and Outreach – Skilled in building trust with victim communities, facilitating participatory dialogues, and ensuring inclusive victim participation in justice processes. Documentation and Storytelling for Justice – Experience supporting victims in documenting their experiences and participating in truth-seeking processes such as public testimonies. Human Rights Advocacy – Active engagement in national and international advocacy around accountability, justice, and non-recurrence. Stakeholder Coordination and Partnerships – Ability to collaborate with government institutions, civil society organizations, international partners, and victim networks. Public Speaking and Policy Dialogue – Regular participation in panels, conferences, and policy discussions on transitional justice, reparations, and victim rights. Reason for membership: Want to contribute to a broader Transitional Justice Initiatives across Africa and around the world Location: The Gambia Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1Eqvu1dXZV/ -
![Profile picture of Hassane]()
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 -
![Profile picture of DOMINIC]()
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 -
![Profile picture of Haregot]()
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
Viewing 1 - 10 of 10 active members