Ben Ferencz’s Pioneering Transitional Justice Legacy, Including and Beyond Accountability

Authors

Federica D'Alessandra

Abstract

The article argues that Benjamin Ferencz was a foundational figure in the field of transitional justice, extending beyond his recognized contributions to international criminal justice. His work laid the groundwork for the four pillars of transitional justice: truth, accountability, reparation/restitution, and memorialization. Ferencz’s efforts in investigating war crimes, prosecuting perpetrators, advocating for victim-centered justice, and preserving historical records demonstrate his pivotal role in shaping modern transitional justice frameworks.

Disciplines

Comparative and Foreign Law | Human Rights Law | International Law | Law

Recommended Citation

Federica D'Alessandra, Ben Ferencz’s Pioneering Transitional Justice Legacy, Including and Beyond Accountability, 8 Cardozo Int’l & Compar. L. Rev. 683 (2025).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/ciclr/vol8/iss3/6