Since , some 5. Civilians in the regions of Ituri, North and South Kivu have borne the brunt of fighting between government forces and local militias—often backed by regional powers—over control for territory and rich mineral resources. Political and ethnic tensions have resulted in years of grave international crimes including mass murder, the use of child soldiers, pillage, sexual and gender based crimes and burning houses, among others.
Starting in , the ICC prosecuted of some of those allegedly responsible for these crimes and entered guilty verdicts in confirmed on appeal in for Mr. The TFV launched in its first phase of assistance programmes for victims of crimes falling within the jurisdiction of the ICC.
It has launched projects ranging from physical rehabilitation, school assistance, income-generating activities, psychological rehabilitation as well as peace building and reconciliation, allowing victim reintegration and protection in the DRC. The programmes expect to reach over 20, direct beneficiaries. Many other victims of war crimes and crimes against humanity in the DRC are still in need of assistance, especially with the recent resurgence of the conflict and armed groups in Ituri and North-Kivu Eastern DRC.
The TFV depends on support from States Parties, private donors and technical and financial partners of all continents to continue bringing hope to Congolese survivors. Join us in helping victims of crimes against humanity in the DRC to heal.
Democratic Republic of the Congo. In life, we must not neglect ourselves and lose hope.
