Transitional Justice in contemporary conflict resolution: from victors’ justice to victims’ justice

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In July 2026, Wilton Park and the International Nuremberg Principles Academy convened around 50 experts, officials and advocates from 18 countries to examine the evolving role of Transitional Justice (TJ) in contemporary conflict resolution.

The dialogue considered how TJ approaches are adapting to a changing international order, where multilateralism, international law and traditional development assistance face growing pressure, while conflicts are becoming more complex and a wider range of actors are shaping peace processes.

Particular attention was given to the Middle East and North Africa, the role of faith in justice, conflict-related sexual violence, gender perspectives in TJ frameworks, and the emerging transitional justice process in Syria. Participants also explored how justice, accountability and mediation can be better connected in contemporary conflict resolution.

The discussions highlighted that TJ is itself in transition. Rather than relying on a universal model, approaches need to be shaped by the specific context and by sustained engagement with local stakeholders, including victims and survivors. The dialogue also examined how international and emerging mediation actors can contribute to justice processes while supporting locally grounded approaches.

The report brings together the discussions, perspectives and practical proposals that emerged from the three-day dialogue, and considers what it will take for Transitional Justice to remain relevant in a changing international landscape.

The International Nuremberg Principles Academy was represented by Advisory Council President Dr Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi, Director Professor Dr Christoph Safferling, and Senior Officers Kiran Mohandas Menon and Darleen Seda.