Justice and accountability are a critical component of lasting peace and of dealing with the legacy of gross human rights abuses. Yet, from Ukraine to Syria, from South Sudan to Yemen and Myanmar, to many corners of the world where such abuses occur, pathways to justice and accountability often seem inadequate or out of reach. Indeed, some might even argue that pursuing justice can be detrimental to immediate prospects for peace, for it could encourage perpetrators to double-down on their abuse in order to cling to power and escape accountability. Can this be true? This panel will draw from the expertise and insight of experts in the frontlines of international justice to provide perspectives and lessons learned from around the world. Together, the panel will also discuss what role can organizations such as the IBA mandated to “contribute to global stability and peace through the administration of justice” and acting as a “connector, enabler, and influencer, for the administration of justice, fair practice, and accountability worldwide” play in supporting justice as a way to achieve peace.

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