On December 2, 2024, the Belgian state was convicted of crimes against humanity for its colonial-era policies of abducting Métis children and enforcing racial segregation. This landmark ruling represents a critical turning point in the long-standing fight for justice and reparations.
We invite you to join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the implications of this historic judgment, focusing on the path forward for reparations and the ongoing struggle for justice led by survivors in Belgium and the Great Lakes region.
Panelists include:
Jehosheba Bennett – Lawyer for the five Métis women (Jus Cogens)
Rachel Kapombo – Vice-President, Association des Enfants des Belges Laissés au Congo (AEBLC)
Geneviève Kaninda – Advocacy & Policy Officer, African Futures Lab
Liliane Umubyeyi – Executive Director, African Futures Lab
This online discussion will examine the 70-year advocacy of survivors and explore key questions surrounding reparations and the broader impact of this legal victory.