The Truth Commission (Colombia)

The Truth Commission in Colombia was established to investigate and document human rights violations and abuses committed during the country's longstanding conflict involving government forces, guerrillas, and paramilitaries. Its goal is to uncover the facts, acknowledge suffering, promote justice, and foster reconciliation by providing a comprehensive account of past violence, often through interviews and research. Unlike a court, it does not punish offenders but aims to build understanding, support healing, and contribute to peace processes by ensuring that the truth about traumatic events is recognized and preserved.