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National Human Rights Commission of Thailand
Membership: Full Member
Admitted: 2002 (7th Annual Meeting Workshop)
The National Human Rights Commission of Thailand was established under the National Human Rights Commission Act (1999). It began operating in July 2001.
The Commission has the responsibility to:
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promote the respect for human rights at domestic and international levels
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examine and report the commission or omission of acts which violate human rights or which do not comply with obligations under the international human rights treaties to which Thailand is a party
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propose polices and amendments of laws, rules and regulations for the promotion and protection of human rights
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promote human rights education and research, including the dissemination of human rights information
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promote co-ordination and cooperation with governmental agencies, nongovernmental organizations and others in order to strengthen human rights in the society
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prepare two annual reports on the human rights situation in the country and on the Commission's annual performance
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give opinions when the government considers being a party to human rights treaties.
The five key areas of the Commission’s work are:
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children, youth and family
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natural resources and community rights
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legislation and the administration of justice
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social policy
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human rights education.
Commission Members
Professor Amara Pongsapich
Chairperson
Dr Taejing Siripanich
Commissioner
Dr Niran Pitakwatchara
Commissioner
Mr Parinya Sirisarakarn
Commissioner
Mr Paiboon Varahapaitoon
Commissioner
Pol. Gen. Wanchai Srinualnad
Commissioner
Ms Visa Benjamano
Commissioner
Legal Framework
Enabling legislation
National Human Rights Commission Act (1999)
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