ACPR

ACPR successfully launched its 2 recent publications - the ‘Stories of Mullivaikkal’ & ‘Yet Whom They Destroy’ - in Colombo last week with over 80 attendees. The event started with the Executive Director’s remarks, followed by reading excerpts in Tamil, Sinhala and English.

I will be moderating a session titled "Justice as a Collective Responsibility: The Societal Role in the Pursuit of Justice." The event will begin with a Forum Theatre performance on enforced disappearances, followed by the discussion. Organised by @AdayaalamCPR.

The clip reveals that the ex-cadres are perceived as undesirables and troublemakers, and face ostracisation from the very same society that had once treated them as heroes. #15yearsofMullivaikkal youtube.com/watch?v=Fxhwya…

This clip explains the climate of survillance, intimidation and threats that the ex-cadres are under, how it prevents their rehabilitation and reintergration into society, the struggles that they encounter in daily life and the stigma that they face in society.

ACPR is grateful to everyone who made our first event in Colombo a reality. We encourage everyone to read and share these stories to understand the two biggest tragedies of contemporary Tamil history.

The panel discussion explored victim-centred approaches to documentation, the rights of Tamils in light of the political shifts, suspended processes – such as TJ, justice & accountability in a global human rights space. More details will be posted on our website soon.

ACPR successfully launched its 2 recent publications - the ‘Stories of Mullivaikkal’ & ‘Yet Whom They Destroy’ - in Colombo last week with over 80 attendees. The event started with the Executive Director’s remarks, followed by reading excerpts in Tamil, Sinhala and English.

Join us, on 6th November, as we explore questions on victim-centered approaches to documentation and advocacy, Tamil rights in the context of political shifts, transitional justice processes, and justice in a shifting global human rights space. Register: eventbrite.com/e/adayaalam-bo…

Resister here for the event eventbrite.com/e/adayaalam-bo… Copies of both books will be available at the event in English, Tamil, and Sinhala

Join us in Colombo for the launch of our publications, followed by a panel discussion on documentation and memory, justice, and human rights in Sri Lanka's North-East - particularly in the context of shifting political landscapes and leadership.

Notwithstanding the constant surveillance, threats and pain they have endured, the families remain resilient and persist in their quest for truth and justice for their loved ones. Watch the full video via Youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=r25IDO…

In addition the lack of trust in and duplicity of the government and failure of domestic mechanisms, the elusiveness of truth and justice, international advocacy, and the challenges that they face.

30 August marks the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances. In this video, the Families of the Disappeared reflect on their protests since the end of the armed conflict, particularly the continuous protests since 2017.

Thanks to everyone who attended and especially our speakers who gave us lots to think about re the processes and politics of documentation and memory. A massive thank you as well to Sindu Sivayogam, the writer and illustrator of “Yet whom do they destroy: Black July”.

In commemoration of Black July we released our graphic novel: “Yet whom do they destroy: Black July” alongside “Stories of Mullivaikkaal” in London. The novel follows the lives of 3 Tamils from different parts of SL during Black July based on testimonial evidence. (2)

Today we mark Black July by committing to continue remembering and calling for accountability for the atrocity crimes including genocide that were committed during that time. To date, there has been no justice for the tens of thousands of Tamils made victim by the pogrom. (1)

A reminder to UK folks you have 2 days left to sign up to attend our book launch this Saturday in London! Speakers will include: - Anushani Alagarajah - Nadia Mendez (of Forensic Architecture) - Dr. Madura Rasatnam (City University) eventbrite.com/e/adayaalam-bo…

Please join us for a book launch and panel discussion in London on July 20th! Register here: eventbrite.com/e/adayaalam-bo…

The challenges Tamil journalists face are harrowing, adversely affecting not only their physical safety but also their psychological well-being, and are often life-threatening, at times driving them to abandon their work. Watch the full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=JtlIyU…

Reflecting on the 15th year of Mullivaikkal, journalists in the North-East recount their experiences post-2009, the stark reality of journalism in the North-East, and the challenges they currently encounter. Ranging from surveillance, harassment, intimidation, and threats.