The Aftermath of Genocide: Reconciliation and Ignorance

In the sixth, and last, episode of our series on genocide, Again and Again, we discuss the aftermath of genocide. Throughout modern history, nations have taken vastly different approaches when attempting to “move on” from genocides. Some have established reconciliation policies that try to bring justice to the victims, while others have sought to ignore or refrain from admitting culpability. After assessing a number of different cases, we discuss how a nation can best provide justice and fairness to victims in the aftermath of a genocide, while taking steps to mitigate the possibility of future conflicts. 

Stay Involved

There are many ways you can stay informed about modern day genocides and work with those who work to prevent genocides. See below links of some important organizations in the field:

* Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Work on Genocide Prevention* US Institute of Peace* Genocide Watch* Sentinel Project for Genocide Prevention* The Enough Project

Dig Deeper

Take a look at some of our favorite articles that we came across while researching this topic:

* Khmer Rouge’s Slaughter in Cambodia Is Ruled a Genocide, New York Times, Hannah Beech* Why The Herero Of Namibia Are Suing Germany For Reparations, NPR, Daniel Gross* How a Nation Reconciles After Genocide Killed Nearly a Million People, New York Times, Megan Specia

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