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46 PLATFORM IN SUPPORT OF VICTIMS OF TERRORISM ASSOCIATION The Platform in Support of Victims of Terrorism Association (APAVT) attended the Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terro- rism, held on 23 June in the Spanish Senate to mark National Victims of Terrorism Day. APAVT was represented by its Vice President, José Ignacio Herce, and board member Vicente Grande, who joined victims and demonstrated the organisation’s commitment to remembrance, dignity and recogni- tion for those who have suffered terrorist violence. The event brought together institutional representatives, members of the state security forces, legal professionals, experts and victims of terrorism for a day devoted to remembering all victims and reflecting on the importance of preserving their memory in society. The meeting addressed truth, justice, remembrance and victims’ role in defending the rule of law. It also highlighted the need to keep liste- ning to victims and keep their testimony alive against every attempt to forget or whitewash terrorism. APAVT considers participation in official acts of remembrance and tribute essential. They strengthen public recognition of victims of te- rrorism and convey to society the importance of never forgetting what happened. The association will continue working to support victims and their families, defend their memory and promote initiatives that keep the principles of truth, dignity and justice alive. APAVT attends the tribute to victims OF THE REPÚBLICA DOMINICANA ATTACK ON ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY The Platform in Support of Victims of Terrorism As- sociation (APAVT) attended the tribute recognising victims of the attack in Madrid’s Plaza de la República Dominicana, held to mark the terrorist attack’s 40th anniversary. APAVT was represented by its Vice President, José Ig- nacio Herce, who joined victims and their relatives on a day marked by remembrance, recognition and defence of the memory of those who suffered terrorist violence. The event paid tribute to victims of one of the most serious attacks committed in Madrid and conveyed society’s support and affection to everyone affected by that crime. APAVT considers it essential to continue participating in these tributes, which keep victims of terrorism’s me- mory alive and recall the importance of preserving the values of truth, dignity and justice. The association will continue supporting victims and their families, promoting recognition initiatives and working to ensure the testimony of those who suffered terrorism always remains present in society. APAVT attends the Day of Remembrance and Tribute TO VICTIMS OF TERRORISM HELD IN THE SENATE ASSOCIATIONS AND FOUNDATIONS