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Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights

Office of Global Criminal Justice

Our Mission

The Office of Global Criminal Justice advises the Secretary of State and the Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights on issues related to war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. In particular, the Office helps formulate U.S. policy on the prevention of, responses to, and accountability for mass atrocities.

Morse H. Tan

Ambassador-at-Large

Morse H. Tan

U.S. Department of State

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