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ANALYSIS REPORT 2nd Meeting – 60th Session of the Human Rights Council Date: 8 September 2025

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ANALYSIS REPORT 2nd Meeting – 60th Session of the Human Rights Council Date:  8 September 2025 As the Human Rights Council convened for its 60th session, the 2nd meeting brought together a diverse array of voices from civil society and international advocacy groups to address the persistent challenges facing post-war Sri Lanka. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the discussions, highlighting the evolving concerns around governance, accountability, and the protection of human rights. By examining key positions and recommendations from participating NGOs, the analysis seeks to illuminate the global response to ongoing violations and the urgent calls for strengthened international oversight. Executive Summary Civil society organizations, including Tamil diaspora groups and international NGOs, voiced strong concerns over Sri Lanka’s post-war governance, lack of accountability, and ongoing human rights violations. Advocacy has evolved to include gender-based vi...

From Myanmar IIMM to Mullivaikkal: Lessons from Myanmar’s Pursuit of International Justice

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From Myanmar IIMM to Mullivaikkal: Justice Is a Mechanism Leveraging the IIMM Model to Build Tamil Case Files for International Prosecution Advocacy Briefing for Eelam Tamil Human Rights Professionals: Lessons from Myanmar’s Pursuit of International Justice Disclaimer for Readers This advocacy briefing is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is provided as a resource for Eelam Tamil human rights professionals, advocates, and allied stakeholders pursuing justice, accountability, and the truth for crimes committed against the Tamil people. The analysis herein draws on recent international precedents, including but not limited to events and mechanisms relevant to Myanmar, and proposes adaptive strategies for the Eelam Tamil context. This document does not constitute legal advice and should not be interpreted as such. Readers are encouraged to consult qualified counsel and specialized organizations when engaging in legal, forensic, or advocacy work based on stra...