The War Reparations Project

05/05/2026

“What they did to us is not normal. And they are living a normal life while we still are not.”

Fawziya Zandinan was nine years old when ISIS attacked her home in Shingal, abducting her and separating her from her family. Over the next four years, she was sold several times before eventually being freed. Her parents and one brother remain missing to this day.

Now living in the Netherlands, Fawziya dreams of studying law — because she believes accountability matters. Not just for her, but for every survivor still waiting for justice.

Her story is part of our Justice Journeys campaign. Read it at the link in bio.

HumanRights NuhanovicFoundation

29/04/2026

Four survivors. Four journeys. One pursuit of justice.

Today, we share the film at the heart of our campaign, Justice: From War to Democracy and Freedom — featuring Fawziya Zandinan, Alaa Abdel Qader, Hasan & Nasiha Nuhanovic, and Hanna Vorosheva.

Each of them has faced unimaginable loss. Each of them has chosen to fight for accountability. And each of their stories is a reminder of what is at stake when survivors are left to pursue justice alone.

Behind every legal case is a person. A family. A life that was taken apart, and a determination to see those responsible held to account.

If their stories move you, please share this film — and consider supporting our mission by donating to the Nuhanovic Fund for Legal Action, which helps cover the costs of legal advice, representation, investigations, translation, psychological support, and more.

Explore the campaign and donate to us via the link in our bio.

Yazidi NuhanovicFoundation

24/10/2025

“I want to carry the memory without grief, and transform it into something constructive, something that benefits our community.”

In the latest Justice Journeys video, Nasiha Nuhanovic reflects on what it means to inherit a legacy shaped by loss and resilience.

As Hasan Nuhanovic’s daughter, she speaks about building a future rooted in healing and prevention, and learning how to heal without forgetting.

“Help for survivors is not just about them achieving justice. The baseline goal is prevention, and creating a dialogue where we can speak about atrocities and find solutions. As a lawyer, I hope to merge my personal sentiment into building sustainable frameworks for preventing future atrocities. Above all, I hope to continue my father’s fight and legacy, and to have a positive impact on all our futures.”

Watch the full video, and read Nasiha and Hasan’s profile as part of our Justice Journeys series, by clicking the link in our bio.

05/05/2025

We’re excited to welcome new team members who are volunteering their time and expertise to support our mission for survivor-centred justice!

⚖️ Linda Osman is a Syrian lawyer with deep expertise in international law and human rights. With an LL.M. from Utrecht University and advanced studies at Leiden, she brings a strong focus on strategic litigation concerning war crimes and crimes against humanity. Linda is also a committed advocate for women’s rights and refugee protection, and we’re proud to have her contribute her legal insight and dedication to justice at the Foundation.

⚖️ Nienke van der Aar is currently completing her Master’s in Public International Law at Leiden University. Her work focuses on the protection of vulnerable groups and the impact of intersectionality in international law. At the Foundation, Nienke is eager to support efforts that uphold human rights and humanitarian principles through meaningful legal engagement.

⚖️ Mart Bornebroek joins us with a strong academic background in law, human rights, and international migration. Now pursuing a Master’s at VU Amsterdam, his interest in transitional justice and the legal rights of displaced communities aligns closely with the Foundation’s mission. Mart is committed to helping victims of conflict seek recognition, accountability, and reparations through legal pathways.

⚖️ Sophie Spil is a criminologist and human rights advocate with academic training in international crimes and refugee law. Her recent research has explored the links between law, state policy, and conflict-related crimes, with a focus on accountability and transitional justice. At the Foundation, she is driven to turn this knowledge into practice by supporting victims and promoting access to justice on a global scale.

Together, our dedicated team of volunteers embodies the values of compassion, justice, and dedication that drive our work every day.

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