Advocating for Victims: Astrid Passin on Overcoming Loss and Fighting for Change
In this interview, Astrid Passin (VoT Germany), who lost her father in the 2016 Berlin terror attack, shares her journey from personal grief to activism…
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Mapping Justice: A Conversation with Nela Kalpic on Transforming Victim Support Systems
In this exclusive interview with Victim Support Europe, Nela Kalpic—State Director for Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin and an internationally recognized advocate in victim-centered justice—shares insights…
Virtual Reality and Trauma-Informed Support: Preparing Survivors for the Legal Process
In this interview, we’re excited to talk to Rannveig Sigurvinsdóttir, an Associate Professor at Reykjavik University’s Department of Psychology. Rannveig has been deeply involved in…
Beyond Words: Turning Victims’ Rights into Action Across Europe
How do we ensure that victims’ rights are not just ideals but actionable realities? Aleksandra Anikina, Communications Officer at the European Institute for Crime Prevention…
Empathy Over Apathy: VOTA’s Fight to Recognise and Support Victims of Terrorism in Australia
In the wake of terrorist attacks, the focus often remains on perpetrators and security responses, leaving victims and survivors struggling in the shadows. Caroline O’Hare,…
40 Years of the UN’s Victims’ Declaration: What’s Changed?
Our interview series ‘In Conversation With’ sees victims’ rights visionaries, innovators and disruptors take the hot seat. This year marks 40 years since the United…
”Meaningful Engagement with Victims and Collaboration Are Key to Effective Policy’: Tetiana Rudenko on OSCE’s Work”
Welcome to our exclusive interview with Tetiana Rudenko, Senior Co-ordination Adviser at the OSCE’s Office of the Special Representative and Co-ordinator for Combating Trafficking in Human…
“Empowering Victims: How Strong Rights Can Restore Communion and Foster Democracy” – Prof. Dr. Suzan Van Der Aa
In this interview, Prof. Dr. Suzan Van Der Aa, a consultant for the Council of Europe’s Committee on Crime Problems and a professor at Maastricht…