{"id":475255,"date":"2025-07-15T22:18:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T02:18:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deultimominuto.net\/en\/uncategorized\/world-day-of-international-justice\/"},"modified":"2026-07-16T16:30:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T20:30:59","slug":"world-day-for-international-justice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deultimominuto.com\/en\/style\/anniversaries\/world-day-for-international-justice\/","title":{"rendered":"World Day for International Justice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every July 17th, World Day for International Justice is commemorated, a date proclaimed to remember the adoption of the Rome Statute in 1998, a treaty that marked a turning point in contemporary legal history. That document founded the International Criminal Court (ICC<\/a>), the first permanent court with jurisdiction to prosecute individuals accused of committing war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The creation of the ICC was a historic response to the impunity with which atrocities were committed for decades in different corners of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before the Rome Statute, there were only ad hoc tribunals created to judge specific cases, such as those in Rwanda or the former Yugoslavia. The ICC established a legal framework with universal scope, where no person, regardless of their political or military rank, can be above the law. This date seeks to promote the strengthening of judicial systems, encourage cooperation between countries, and remind us that justice is a tool for preserving peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International justice does not only focus on punishing the guilty. Its function is much broader. It seeks to prevent abuses, protect victims, and restore social order. This restorative approach considers that every large-scale crime affects not only individual people, but entire communities. Justice, therefore, becomes a means to heal collective wounds and rebuild trust in institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Latin America, the idea of international justice<\/a> has gained ground, especially in cases where domestic systems have failed to protect citizens. In countries marked by dictatorships, armed conflicts, or massive human rights violations, international justice has been a beacon of hope for thousands of victims. The region has been active in ratifying the Rome Statute, and some countries have collaborated with ongoing processes at the ICC. However, challenges still exist, such as a lack of political will or the weakening of institutional frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the case of the Dominican Republic, the issue of justice remains a disputed pillar. <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Although the country has taken important steps to strengthen its judicial system, such as the election of an independent Attorney General or the recent investigations into high-profile corruption cases, structural problems persist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among them, the slowness of judicial processes, the lack of independence of some judges, the limited coverage of free legal aid, and the difficulties many citizens face in accessing an adequate defense stand out. All of this directly affects the population’s perception of justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the great challenges for the Dominican Republic has been combating impunity. Despite existing laws, many victims of gender-based violence, child abuse, economic crimes, or state negligence fail to achieve justice. The penal system is overwhelmed, resources are limited, and procedures often drag on for years without resolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In rural or vulnerable areas, the situation is even more aggravated. Therefore, this date must also serve to reflect on the need to transform local justice, ensuring that it is effective, accessible, fast, and centered on human dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

World Day for International Justice also places victims at the center. Often, they are forgotten or revictimized during the processes. This day is a call to put their voices at the forefront, to listen to their testimonies, and to repair the damage suffered. Justice cannot focus solely on punishments. It must also offer mechanisms for reparation, guarantees of non-repetition, and spaces for truth. In many countries, the testimonies of victims have been key to documenting crimes, promoting reforms, or bringing those responsible to court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, this date promotes international cooperation. No State can face the challenges of organized crime, transnational drug trafficking, human trafficking, or high-level corruption on its own. Only through collaboration between governments, multilateral organizations, civil society, and the judiciary is it possible to build a solid legal framework that acts with independence and possesses legitimacy. International justice is not a replacement for local systems, but rather a tool that reinforces them and encourages them to act with greater responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this context, it is essential to work towards the legal education of the citizenry. An informed public knows its rights and knows how to demand them. Education in human rights, justice, and democracy must be part of the educational system and public policies. When people understand the value of justice, they defend it and actively engage in its strengthening. World Day for International Justice is also an opportunity to promote awareness campaigns and civic participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International justice continues to face challenges. There are countries that have not ratified the Rome Statute, others that have done so but do not cooperate. In some cases, political interests hinder investigations or the impartiality of the court is questioned. However, this date serves as a reminder that progress has not been in vain. Today more than ever, victims have a voice, the world has instruments to act, and the principle that no one is above the law continues to gain ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Commemorating July 17th is a way to reaffirm the commitment to truth, equity, and historical memory. It is an opportunity to evaluate what has been achieved and what still remains to be built. Justice is not just a legal structure; it is also a way of organizing society, resolving conflicts, and guaranteeing coexistence. In times of crisis, polarization, or violence, this day takes on even more meaning. Because without justice, there is no lasting peace. And without truth, there is no possible justice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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