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UN Human Rights Mechanisms

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ISHR Academy Introduction

Begin your learning journey: A quick start guide to getting the most out of the ISHR Academy

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UN Human Rights Council

Understand the structure, purpose and mandate of the Human Rights Council and the opportunities for effective engagement

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Special Procedures

Explore the purpose and mandates of the Special Procedures and how you can work with them to strengthen your advocacy

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Treaty Bodies

Discover how the UN Treaty Bodies work and how you can use them to increase the impact of your advocacy

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Universal Periodic Review
Universal Periodic Review

Find out about the Universal Periodic Review, the UN’s peer review process that monitors all human rights in all UN Member States through our brand new video! Full Learning Module coming soon

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Accessing the UN

Learn how to access UN human rights mechanisms – when you need accreditation, when you don’t

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