Mr. President,

The Netherlands aligns itself with the EU statement. In our view, transitional justice mechanisms should meaningfully engage with the gendered dimensions of conflict, acknowledging the disproportionate impact on women and girls.

We are mindful that transitional justice mechanisms are most effective when they are inclusive, context-specific and informed by lived experiences of all affected groups. This includes listening to the voices of survivors and recognizing structural inequalities that often persist long after the conflict ends.

As the host of the ICJ and the ICC, the Netherlands supports the role of multilateral institutions in ensuring accountability. At the same time, we recognize that justice cannot be imposed from above, it must be co-created with those it seeks to serve.

Our support for Women, Peace and Security programmes, particularly those led by civil society, reflects our believe to remove barriers to women’s full, equal and meaningful participation, and support for survivor-centered approaches. We also aim to highlight the essential role of mental health in post conflict recovery. We believe the psychological needs of victims and communities are central to true reconciliation.

Panelists, how can we better integrate mental health and psychological support into transitional justice processes?

Thank you.