1. Understanding the Treaty Bodies

1.4 QUIZ! What the Treaty Bodies can / cannot do

Gain a deeper understanding of the Treaty Bodies through our quiz.

Answer True or False using your instincts and we’ll give you the facts!

See here the full list of all the Treaty Bodies.

Continue to the next sections to explore the different things that the Treaty Bodies can do.

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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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Accessing the UN

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

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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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1. Understanding the Treaty Bodies