Reconciliation

When communities prioritise peace and coexistence

Explore the theme of "reconciliation" through Justice Info's news articles. Dive into our expert analyses, such as the examination of the controversy surrounding the Reconciliation Commission in Angola, or discover the challenges faced by the French commission of historians regarding colonial past in Cameroon. Get insights into the Yoorrook commission in Australia, scrutinizing systemic injustice against Indigenous peoples, and the progress in Colombia, where the Truth and Reconciliation Commission organizes meetings between former FARC commanders and victims of kidnappings, or former members of the Armed Forces with families of “false positives”. Justice Info provides valuable insights into these complex processes of reconciliation and justice.

Colombian president speaks of peace but glorifies armed struggle

Flag, hat or sword: a former member of the M-19 guerilla, Colombian President Gustavo Petro is publicly glorifying symbols of his ex-armed group. An attitude decried by victims and criticized by many Colombians, as his government is trying to negotiate peace with actual illegal armed groups.
By Andrés Bermúdez Liévano (our correspondent in Colombia)
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