Düsseldorf Workshop on the Yazidi Genocide
Workshop Title: Justice and Accountability for the Perpetrators of the Yazidi Genocide
Date and Location:
Background:
The Yazidi community has endured extreme persecution, culminating in a genocide perpetrated by ISIS. Since 2014, thousands of Yazidis have been killed, and survivors still suffer from the impact of these atrocities. Despite widespread recognition of the genocide, justice and accountability efforts remain limited. This workshop in Düsseldorf, led by Northern Justice Watch (NJW), will focus on strategies for prosecuting those responsible for these crimes and ensuring sustained accountability on an international scale.
Workshop Objectives:
Justice and Accountability for Perpetrators:
Resource Mobilization and Team Building:
Workshop Format:
The workshop will feature round-table discussions designed to promote collaboration and develop concrete steps. Key activities include:
Sessions focused on drafting a strategic roadmap for achieving justice and accountability.
Smaller working groups focusing on legal frameworks, evidence collection, and advocacy.
Discussions on securing funding, partnering with international organizations, and identifying
technical support.
Each group will present their strategies, creating a cohesive plan for future actions.
Participants:
The workshop will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including:
Expected Outcomes:
Conclusion:
This Düsseldorf workshop represents an essential step forward in the pursuit of justice and accountability for the Yazidi genocide. By focusing on strategies for prosecuting the perpetrators and building international support for justice efforts, this workshop aims to lay a foundation for sustained action. Through collaborative dialogue and a shared commitment to human rights, we can help ensure that those responsible for these atrocities are held accountable and that the Yazidi community’s call for justice resonates on the global stage.
For more information, please contact Northern Justice Watch:
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