We're determined to enhance the transitional justice and peacebuilding landscape in Ethiopia. Leveraging focused research, awareness, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives,
Empowering a nationwide movement for peace Spearheading the journey through comprehensive policy development and public consultations to craft a future defined by justice and reconciliation.
United in action, we are a coalition of Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations dedicated to orchestrating an effective transitional justice process that listens to, respects, and incorporates the diverse voices of our communities.
From consultation to policy-making, Harnessing the power of diverse stakeholder engagements to ensure the Transitional Justice Policy is reflective of the true aspirations of the Ethiopian people.
Transitional Justice Consortium-Ethiopia (TJC-Ethiopia) is formed to enhance the transitional justice and peace building landscape in Ethiopia. Leveraging focused research, awareness, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives, our consortium brings together more than 43 civil society organizations (CSOs) spanning local, regional, and national levels.
These organizations excel in peace building, equipped with a diverse range of expertise from technical transitional justice skills to grassroots mobilization and youth engagement.
Capacity Building
We strengthen local capacities by providing targeted training and resources to key actors involved in transitional justice. Our programs are designed to enhance skills and knowledge, ensuring effective and sustainable peace building efforts across Ethiopia.
Research
Our consortium conducts comprehensive research to inform and strengthen Ethiopia's transitional justice policies. We leverage multidisciplinary expertise to understand the Socio-political landscape, identifying key gaps and providing actionable insights to guide effective peace building strategies.
Awareness
We enhance public awareness of transitional justice through targeted campaigns and educational initiatives. Our efforts aim to increase community engagement and support, fostering a well-informed public that actively participates in peace building processes.
Advocacy
Our advocacy focuses on shaping policies that uphold justice and human rights. By collaborating with diverse stakeholders and amplifying marginalized voices, we strive to influence policy reforms and promote a holistic approach to transitional justice.
The Consortium is committed to reinforcing the resilience of the transitional justice process in Ethiopia, deploying strategies that are attuned to the specific context, centered around the victims, coordinated, and founded on human rights norms. To accomplish these objectives, it has delineated a set of primary target groups for its activities, which will be carried out by the Consortium, its member entities, or other collaborating partners
Political Parties
Academic institutions
Democratic institutions
Traditional and religious leaders
Media and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
Victims and communities affected by conflict or repression
Internally displaced persons (IDPs), refugees, and diaspora members
Women, girls, youth, and the elderly
National implementing agencies and other critical actors in the transitional justice process
Over 43 CSOs joined forces, uniting their diverse experiences and resources to form a cohesive group focused on transitional justice.
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Stakeholder engagement
The formation involved engaging not just CSOs but also victims, community leaders, academics, and other relevant entities to ensure that the consortium was representative of all those affected by past conflicts.
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Consultative meetings
Multiple meetings were held to discuss the objectives, structure, and operational strategies of the consortium, ensuring transparency and collective decision-making.
Transitional justice refers to the set of practices, mechanisms, and concerns that societies undertake to reckon with legacies of widespread or systematic abuse, to ensure accountability, serve justice, and achieve reconciliation.
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Who are the members of the Consortium ?
The consortium includes key organizations like the African Center for Transition Studies (ACT), Consortium of Ethiopian Civil Society Organizations for Peace (CECSOP), Horn Center for Democracy (HCD), and Partnership for Pastoralist Development Association (PAPDA).
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How does the consortium support the transitional justice process?
The consortium supports the process by coordinating between different civil society organizations, managing resources effectively, and ensuring that programmatic activities align with national and local needs for justice and reconciliation.
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What challenges does the transitional justice process face in Ethiopia?
Key challenges include maintaining the independence of the process, managing complex social and political tensions, and ensuring broad and inclusive participation from all segments of society.
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How can I get involved or support the consortium?
Individuals and organizations can support the consortium by volunteering, donating, or partnering in our various programs. for More information reach out to us through our website under the “Contact Us” section.