Principle of Transitional Justice

We invite you to join the 'Principles of Transitional Justice' online course, conducted entirely in "Persian".

To learn more about the course, please watch our informative video, and to apply, please click here.

Course description: This course, "Introduction to Transitional Justice Principles," explores a comprehensive range of processes and mechanisms associated with addressing a society's historical challenges of large-scale conflict, repression, violations, and abuses. The objective is to facilitate accountability, serve justice, and promote reconciliation. The course covers both judicial and non-judicial aspects, including truth-seeking, prosecution initiatives, reparations, and strategies for preventing the recurrence of violations. It also encompasses constitutional, legal, and institutional reforms, civil society strengthening, memorialization efforts, cultural initiatives, archival preservation, and history education reform.

Course target: This course is designed for individuals with an interest in transitional justice, including lawyers, law students, and practitioners. It aims to educate and empower a new generation committed to effecting sustainable change and ending the cycle of violent conflicts, contributing to the establishment of lasting peace worldwide.

Training objectives: The primary training objectives of this course are to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to professionally engage in the design and implementation of transitional justice programs. By the end of the course, participants will have gained a deep understanding of transitional justice principles and practical applications.

Teaching methods: The teaching methods include a variety of interactive approaches such as lectures, engaging discussions, case studies, and hands-on exercises. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced instructors and collaborate with fellow students to enhance their learning experience.

Course programme: The course program covers a wide range of topics related to transitional justice, including its theoretical foundations, practical applications, and real-world case studies. A detailed course schedule and specific topics will be provided upon enrollment.

How to apply: Enrollment in this course is determined on a "first come, first served" basis due to limited capacity. The deadline for registration is January 2nd, 2024. Selected participants will receive notifications via email, and contact information can be found on the course poster. The link to apply is the following: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOpXVuXELrSl1q-8ZbDpXqFcjsmndBawFrBphuEqgeVtRXsA/viewform.

Course fee:  Free of charge

Attendance certificate: Certificates will be awarded to participants who have attended at least 80% of the course sessions.