{
    "title": "Voices That Matter",
    "subtitle": "Why Victim Participation Matters in Transitional Justice",
    "sections": [
        {
            "heading": "Direct Voice and Meaningful Involvement in Justice",
            "quote": "",
            "body": "Victims' participation is fundamental to the implementation of transitional justice. The measures adopted in response to past violations are more meaningful when those affected can understand the process, express their concerns and contribute to discussions about their rights and needs.",
            "image": "images/uploads/victim-participation-section_1794202266_AIEW0lui.png",
            "image_alt": "Interactive discussions with members of the Association of Victim-Led Organisations (AVLO)",
            "image_credit": "Post-TRRC Unit · Ministry of Justice"
        },
        {
            "heading": "Nationwide Townhalls and Survivor Leadership through AVLO",
            "quote": "",
            "body": "In The Gambia, public engagement forms part of the framework established to support implementation of the TRRC recommendations. Victim Townhall meetings provide opportunities for dialogue between victims, public institutions and other stakeholders. Civil society organisations and victim-led groups also play an important role in communicating concerns, raising awareness and advocating for implementation. The Association of Victim-Led Organisations (AVLO), established in January 2024, brings together victim-focused organisations to strengthen collective representation and advocacy.",
            "image": "images/uploads/victim-participation-section_1793868455_WEPjv0WP.jpg",
            "image_alt": "Community stakeholders and victim representatives participating in consultations",
            "image_credit": "AVLO & Civil Society Dialogue"
        },
        {
            "heading": "Multi-Platform Coordination and Institutional Accountability",
            "quote": "",
            "body": "This section documents the role of participation, community engagement and civil society in the transitional justice process, while exploring how dialogue can contribute to more informed, inclusive and responsive implementation. The Government's Implementation Plan provides for several coordination and feedback mechanisms, including the Steering Committee, Victim Townhall meetings, the Civil Society and Media Platform and the Partnership Platform.",
            "image": "images/uploads/victim-participation-section_1793868455_GvTQFsQk.jpg",
            "image_alt": "Delegates and community advocates participating in consultations in Banjul",
            "image_credit": "Feedback & Steering Mechanisms"
        }
    ]
}