Czech Republic reiterates its commitment to victims of Rome Statute crimes

The Czech Republic, a State Party to the International Criminal Court (ICC) since 2009, has made an unrestricted voluntary contribution of EUR 20,000 to the Trust Fund for Victims (TFV), reaffirming its commitment to international justice and to the rights of victims of crimes under the Rome Statute.

Mr Andres Parmas, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC stated, "This continued support highlights the Czech Republic's dedication to addressing the harm endured by victims of Rome Statute crimes. Through this contribution, the Czech Republic demonstrates its commitment to justice and to ensure that victims of the most horrendous crimes regain their hope, dignity and are able to rebuild their lives."

H.E. René Miko Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Kingdom of The Netherlands stated, "I am pleased to announce the Czech Republic's contribution to the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC. Its mandate to support those who have suffered harm constitutes an inherent component of international law. Reparations and assistance provided by the Trust Fund for Victims are important parts of restorative justice and reconciliation, complementing the role of the International Criminal Court".

The Czech Republic has been consistently supporting the programmes for the benefit of victims implemented by the Trust Fund for Victims through sustained and progressively increasing voluntary contributions since 2011.

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Background information about the Trust Fund for Victims

Voluntary contributions to the Trust Fund for Victims ensure the delivery of the reparative mandate of the International Criminal Court by funding services and activities that provide recognition, commemoration and material support through rehabilitative programmes.

The TFV appeals to States Parties and other entities to contribute to the delivery of reparations to victims in dire need, particularly in relation to the Ntaganda and Ongwen cases. The annual programme funding target of the TFV is set at a minimum of EUR 10 million.

Contributions to the Trust Fund for Victims qualify as Official Development Assistance (ODA)-eligible. TFV programmes for the benefit of victims of crimes under the jurisdiction of the ICC contribute to the broader impact of several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including peace, justice, and strong institutions (SDG 16), poverty reduction (SDG 1), good health and well-being (SDG 3), gender equality (SDG 5), decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), reduced inequalities (SDG 10) and climate action (SDG 13).