The Trust Fund for Victims (TFV) at the International Criminal Court (ICC) announces with appreciation the unrestricted contribution of Lithuania, a State Party to the ICC since 2003, to the TFV with a total amount of EUR 20,000. This contribution will be used to redress the harm suffered by victims of Rome Statute crimes, through reparations awards ordered by the ICC and other programmes for their benefit.
Mr Andres Parmas, member of the Board of Directors of the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC, representing the Eastern European States stated, "Lithuania's contribution underscores the shared responsibility of States Parties to advance justice and dignity for victims of Rome Statute crimes. By supporting the Trust Fund for Victims, Lithuania reaffirms its commitment to reparative justice, helping to address the harm endured by victims and fostering hope for healing and reconciliation. This contribution sets a powerful example of solidarity, and we encourage other States to follow suit in supporting the TFV's vital work."
H.E. Neilas Tankevičius, Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to the Kingdom of the Netherlands stated, "Lithuania is a firm proponent of the international legal order and strongly believes that the Trust Fund for Victims of the International Criminal Court plays an essential role in redressing the harm suffered by victims of the gravest human rights violations. Reparative justice gives the Rome Statute a truly human dimension and offers victims the chance to look to the future with renewed hope. Our contribution is a sign of support, engagement and appreciation of the valuable work being carried out by the Trust Fund for Victims in this regard. We encourage all States Parties to the ICC to contribute for the benefit of victims."
Lithuania has consistently supported the TFV as a donor since 2021.
