Justice Dialogue #2 – Hawija Victims vs The Dutch State
We are pleased to invite you to join us for the second event in our Justice Dialogues series, focusing on the long-term consequences of the 2015 Dutch airstrike on Hawija, Iraq.
Ten years after the Dutch 2015 airstrike that destroyed much of the Iraqi city of Hawija and killed more than 85 civilians, survivors are still waiting for recognition and justice. This anniversary and the International Human Rights Day offer an important moment to reflect on what happens when civilians are caught in the crossfire of international military operations.
This event will uncover two interconnected perspectives on justice in the aftermath of war. The first perspective explores the route to justice — how lawyers, journalists, and civil society actors work together to uncover truth and accountability after conflict — and the second perspective explores the experience of justice — what it means for survivors to be represented, recognised, and heard. Together, they reveal what universal justice might look like in practice, and how diverse actors must collaborate to achieve accountability and how survivors’ voices remain vital in shaping justice outcomes.
Holding this dialogue reaffirms that accountability does not end with acknowledgment.
It requires continued engagement from governments, civil society, and the public to ensure that justice reaches those most affected.