Project Details
Description
Funded by the British Academy, this project explores why some of the world’s worst atrocities are denied or not officially recognised – and what this means for survivors, affected communities, and the wider world.
Genocide denial can leave survivors and their descendants without justice, worsen their suffering, and even make future atrocities more likely. This project will investigate the reasons behind denial, such as political power struggles, global politics, and media bias.
As well as uncovering the political reasons for denial, the research will explore its human cost: how it impacts survivors’ mental health, social standing, and cultural identity. By bringing these stories to light, the team hopes to ensure that future atrocities are recognised and that survivors and their descendants are given the dignity and justice they deserve.
Genocide denial can leave survivors and their descendants without justice, worsen their suffering, and even make future atrocities more likely. This project will investigate the reasons behind denial, such as political power struggles, global politics, and media bias.
As well as uncovering the political reasons for denial, the research will explore its human cost: how it impacts survivors’ mental health, social standing, and cultural identity. By bringing these stories to light, the team hopes to ensure that future atrocities are recognised and that survivors and their descendants are given the dignity and justice they deserve.
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Effective start/end date | 30/04/24 → 31/03/26 |