Reconciliation is uncertain without forg
Written by C. V. Sisuse, on 2008-09-04 05:23:08
The idea to have a special reconciliation conference between Grand Gedeh and Nimba Counties should not be encouraged. Why? The TRC has been instituted for the purpose of reconciling all Liberian from all ethnic, social, economic, political, and religious backgrounds to bring about genuine healing to the entire nation and not to particular ethnic groups. Moreover, let me remind everyone reconciliation is a painful process for anyone to undergo, because it is usually done in the public to show true repentance and true forgiveness without reprisal.
Be that as it may, the responsibility of the TRC should always be to ensure the presence of all those who have been victimized by those who actively inflicted inhumane acts of humiliations on the victims, they have to live with for the rest of their lives. Also, the victims must be willing to openly forgive in order for the healing and closure process to begin, while the perpetrators must plead for mercy and forgiveness so the process of reconciliation can be effective. Nevertheless, it is not where the process takes place, but it is the commitment of all those who are engaged in the process that bring about true reconciliation, forgiveness and lasting peace. |
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