Portugal, a State Party to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) since 2002, has made a voluntary contribution of EUR 15,000 to the Trust Fund for Victims (TFV), reaffirming its commitment to international justice and the rights of victims of crimes under the Rome Statute.
This unrestricted contribution will support the TFV's dual mandate: implementing ICC ordered reparations and delivering assistance programmes that address the physical, psychological, and material needs of victims and affected communities.
H.E. Kevin Kelly, member of the Board of Directors of the TFV, stated: "Portugal's renewed support reflects its strong commitment to the victims of Rome Statute crimes. This contribution strengthens the Trust Fund for Victims' ability to deliver meaningful, survivor centred assistance and to advance reparative justice in communities that have endured profound harm. It helps ensure that victims receive the recognition, support, and dignity they deserve."
H.E. Clara Nunes dos Santos, Ambassador of Portugal to the Kingdom of The Netherlands, stated: "Portugal reaffirms its unwavering support to the International Criminal Court and the Trust Fund for Victims assistance mandate. Portugal recognises in the Trust Fund for Victims one of the essential pillars of restorative justice under the Rome Statute and is honoured to support the Trust Fund for Victims through its contribution, reinforcing the important assistance programs focused to help the Victims of the most serious crimes under the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court and the affected communities. These communities are at the heart of the Trust Fund for Victims work for which we are pleased to actively contribute to promote resilience, reconstruction, and tangible outcomes for victims. The ICC's role in preventing conflicts as well as protecting human rights is undeniable and must be safeguarded. Portugal remains a strong supporter and defender of the ICC and of international justice to end impunity and deliver justice to victims."
Portugal has been providing regular support to the TFV through voluntary contributions since 2017.
