March 24: Honoring Victims and Upholding the Right to Truth

24th of March every year marks the international day for the right to the truth concerning gross human rights violations and the dignity of victims, a reminder of the need to honor victims of systemic abuse and to reaffirm governments’ duty to uphold the right to truth through effective investigations, remedies, and reparations. This year, a call has been made to honor victims of different forms of violence, including political violence, recognizing their resilience and the urgent need for justice.