circumstances of affected c o m mu n i t i e s. I n a r e a s l i ke exhumations that require international expertise, such experts must be brought into the matter. In private matters affecting victims, governments must try to assist the families meet the costs without determining the agenda. g. h. All actors at all levels must respect the customs, practices and beliefs of the affected people. At the national level, a body charged with considering memorialisation projects must take into consideration these stated principles and consult with stakeholders especially victims on how they wish the process to move on. Memorialisation initiatives must be implemented as part of a holistic approach to dealing with the past. i. Memory should leave room for social debate and dialogue. Different groups must be per mitted to undertake initiatives that are unique to their culture and experiences without being forced into to an artificial unity with the dominant groups. j. Designing memorialisation initiatives must be well timed and well sequenced. Actors must ensure that the set goals are precisely aligned with the actions. k. There is a need for a legal framework that allows for stakeholders and affected communities to be involved in the memorialisation processes and ensure non-partisan management of memorialisation projects and institutions. National Transitional Justice Working Group Zimbabwe 13