Peru's Transition to Democracy and the Establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission

In 2000, Peru embarked on a new transition to democracy following the fall of an authoritarian and corrupt government. This period marked a renewed hope among the populace for a state that truly represents all Peruvians and fosters a united, peaceful, and prosperous society. To address the legacy of two decades of violence and human rights violations, the transitional government established the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (CVR) to investigate the internal armed conflict and determine responsibilities for the violations that occurred.