We have joined fellow civil society organisations in signing a joint letter to the UN Secretary-General and High Commissioner for Human Rights, urging that the UN80 process prioritise a stronger, more principled and accountable human rights pillar. As the UN marks this pivotal moment for reform, we call for transparency, meaningful civil society participation, and a genuine recommitment to upholding the dignity and rights of all.
Attached to the letter are:
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A set of principles to underpin any reform.
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Criteria to guide decision-making.
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Recommended reforms to strengthen the UN human rights system.
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A summary of views from human rights defenders at international, regional and national levels, gathered through a recent global survey.
