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Structures & Institutional Development Structures
Trust Fund for Victims
The mission of the Trust Fund for Victims (TFV) is to support
programmes that address the harm resulting from the crimes
under the jurisdiction of the ICC by assisting victims to return
to a dignified and contributory life within their communities.
In accordance with Rule 98 of the Rules of Procedure and
Evidence (RPE), the TFV fulfils two primary mandates:
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to implement awards for reparations ordered by the Court against
the convicted person, 83 and
to use the other resources for the benefit of victims subject to
the provisions of Article 79 of the Rome Statute. 84
The TFV’s first mandate on reparations is linked to a criminal case against an accused
before the ICC. Resources are collected through fines or forfeiture and awards for
reparations, which can be complemented with ‘other resources of the Trust Fund’ if
the Board of Directors so determines. 85
Reparations to, or in respect of, victims can take many different forms, including
restitution, compensation and rehabilitation. This broad mandate leaves room for
the ICC to identify the most appropriate forms of reparation in light of the context of
the situation, and the wishes and views of the victims and their communities. Under
the general assistance mandate, the TFV promotes victims’ holistic rehabilitation
and reintegration where the ICC has jurisdiction in three legally defined categories:
physical rehabilitation, psychological rehabilitation and material support. 86
83 Rule 98 (2), (3), (4) of the RPE.
84 Rule 98 (5) of the RPE.
85 Trust Fund for Victims Global Strategic Plan 2008-2011, Version 1, August 2008, p 16.
86 Ibidem.
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