What common elements are seen when groups commit genocide? In 1–2 sentences, give at least two examples of common elements, and explain their connection to genocide as an atrocity crime.
Two common elements seen when groups commit genocide are dehumanization and propaganda. Dehumanization allows perpetrators to view their victims as "other" and justify their atrocities, while propaganda is used to spread hate and incite violence towards targeted groups. These elements create a fertile ground for genocide as an atrocity crime by fostering a climate of fear, intolerance, and justification for mass violence.
