Truth and Reconciliation Committee Flashcards
Definitions
1
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Human Rights Violation
A
The abuse of the rights and freedom to which all humans are entitled
2
Q
Reconciliation
A
A process during which opposing groups talk to each other again after an argument and settle their differences
3
Q
Perpetrators
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A person who commits an illegal, criminal, or evil act
4
Q
Violations
A
Someone who violates the law
5
Q
Amnesty
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An official pardon (to forgive) for people who have been convicted for political offences
6
Q
Retributive
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To punish perpetrators
7
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Restorative
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To bring about healing
8
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Reparation
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Compensation given for an abuse or injury
