Explainer: Why do reparations for colonialism and slavery matter?

This concise explainer can help you to better understand reparations for colonialism and slavery, including why we need reparations for historic injustices and the different kinds of reparations. It also explains how the effects of slavery and colonialism are being felt today; the state - and trends - of governments acknowledging the need for reparations; barriers that people and communities face in getting reparations; and ways in which communities are holding states accountable for their role in colonialism and slavery.