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C4JR’s new Ethical Engagement Toolkit marks a pivotal advancement in the ethical treatment of survivors, fostering an environment where their voices can be elevated based on the respect and dignity survivors deserve. As we commemorate the tenth anniversary of the genocide waged by ISIL against Iraq’s diverse communities, this toolkit stands as a powerful reminder of the importance of ethical engagement and the ongoing journey for justice and reparations for all survivors.

Nobody’s Listening is uniquely positioned to engage the next generation of leaders in global dialogues about human rights, genocide prevention, and extremism. This initiative, through its innovative use of virtual reality and art, seeks to ensure that the stories of the Yazidi people are heard and that concrete steps are taken towards justice and prevention.

On today’s Day of International Criminal Justice, C4JR wishes to draw attention to recent concerning rulings and urge the government of Iraq to pass legislation which incorporates international crimes in domestic legislation, rather than simply referring to it in sentencing.

The C4JR Criminal Justice Working Group recently met with UNITAD Head Ana Peyró Llopis and UN Assistant Secretary-General for Legal Affairs Stephen Mathias to discuss the future of evidence archiving and its accessibility for prosecuting Da’esh/ISIL crimes. It was emphasised that access to evidence must comply with international standards, including the prohibition of the death penalty.

In this powerful episode of the YSL podcast, published on the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, C4JR’s Alannah Travers sits down with Professor Clara Sandoval, a distinguished expert in transitional justice and human rights, and Shireen Khudeeda, a courageous Yazidi survivor and activist.

C4JR Online Event on the Ending of UNITAD‘s Mandate: Suggestions on the Way Forward

Read the full details in our latest newsletter, out now: in English, Arabic, Sorani, and Kurmanji!

The anniversary serves as a reminder of the profound impact of the Speicher massacre on the Iraqi community and the ongoing efforts to achieve justice and reconciliation. It highlights the importance of solidarity, remembrance, and the continued struggle for justice for all victims of violence and extremism.

Shireen’s journey embodies the triumph of the human spirit over unimaginable crimes.

C4JR’s online discussion on the wind-down of UNITAD in Iraq.

In conversation with C4JR, members of SEED Foundation share a comprehensive overview of SEED’s role in supporting survivors’ access to the Yazidi Survivors Law (YSL), as they navigate the complexities of the application process.

Identifying, documenting, investigating and prosecuting crimes of sexual torture committed during war and armed conflicts, and rehabilitation for victims and survivors.

C4JR’s online discussion to provide an overview of the UNITAD wind-down in Iraq, share reflections on the recent UNITAD road-map report and broader ending of the mandate, and discuss concerns and recommendations.

C4JR’s Alannah Travers speaks with the human rights lawyer Sherizaan Minwalla about her efforts to advocate for ethical engagement and the protection of survivors’ rights in media reporting and legal processes.

The Coalition for Just Reparations, with the support of IOM-Iraq, is publishing regular newsletters on the Yazidi Survivors Law in three languages: Arabic, English, and Kurdish.

This submission was prepared for the fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Iraq.