NGOs participation in the UPR

The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) is a state-driven exercise. However, despite the limited role during the interactive dialogue, Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have many opportunities to take part and influence the UPR process.

NGO participation can take five main forms:
*Participate in the national consultations held by the State under Review;
*Send information on the human rights situation in the country;
*Lobby members of the Working Group;
* Take the floor at the Human Rights Council during the adoption of the report;
* Monitor and participate in the implementation by the State under Review of the UPR recommendations… Read more..