Global and Domestic Governance

The challenge of justice and accountability is often considered one of the most vexing issues in peace negotiations. Those involved in peace negotiations may often be responsible for past atrocities. The conference aims to reflect on the lessons emerging from past peace negotiations in the arena of accountability, and draw lessons for the future. It will address not only the possibilities of criminal justice, but also the range of non-criminal methods – such as truth commissions, reparations and vetting – which are sometimes included in a peace agreement. In this way, it seeks positively to influence peace negotiations in the future that must grapple with these issues. Situations to be examined at the conference include Liberia, Sierra Leone, Darfur, Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The conference is organised in partnership with the International Center for Transitional Justice, New York.
Location: Wilton Park