Victims of Terrorism Associations Network (VoTAN)

The UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) launched the Victims of Terrorism Associations Network (VoTAN).

• The network is a key outcome from the first UN Global Congress of Victims of Terrorism, held in September 2022.

• It brings together victims and survivors of terrorism, victims’ associations and civil society organizations from across the globe.

• The goal is to provide a safe space for victims and survivors to support each other, build resilience and engage as advocates, educators, and peacebuilders.

• The development of VoTAN received financial support from Spain and its launch marks an important step which will allow victims to connect and support each other.

• The Group of Friends of Victims of Terrorism, chaired by Spain and Iraq, was established nearly six years ago to uphold the need to protect victims’ rights.