The brief underscores the necessity of a holistic approach, integrating traditional justice mechanisms with modern judicial and non-judicial measures. It highlights the potential challenges posed by ongoing conflicts in the country, and the importance of sequencing and participatory methods to ensure inclusivity and effectiveness.
The brief, among others, addresses important transitional justice elements such as criminal accountability, truth-seeking, reparations, memorialisation, conditional amnesty, and institutional reform. It also emphasizes the importance of adhering to international standards, as enshrined in instruments like the African Union Transitional Justice Policy (AUTJP). Retrospective legitimization of the policy through continuous adaptation and evaluation mechanisms is recommended as an important tool to ensure successful implementation within Ethiopia's evolving sociopolitical landscape.
Beyond outlining policy pillars, the brief sheds light on the vital roles various stakeholders could play in the implementation process. Victims, youth, the diaspora, and civil society organizations are all recognized as essential voices in this process. The brief advocates for dedicated platforms for victim participation, the strategic engagement of international experts, and the meaningful engagement of civil society to enhance the process's credibility and effectiveness.
