Myanmar National Human Rights Commission
Establishment
The Myanmar National Human Rights Commission was established by the Government of the Union of the Republic of Myanmar in 2011.
The Commission was reformed in 2014 under the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission Law No.21/2014.
Role and functions
The Commission's mandate includes the following functions:
- to promote public awareness and undertake educative programs about human rights
- to receive, investigate and report on violations of constitutionally protected rights
- to examine and report on whether rights contained in international instruments to which Myanmar is a party are realised
- to promote ratification/accession of international human rights instruments to which Myanmar is not yet a party, and
- to engage with regional and international organisations involved in the promotion and protection of human rights.
In undertaking its functions, the Commission may undertake inquiries and investigations, and has the power to visit sites where alleged human rights violations occurred, summon and question individuals, and require the provision of documents. The application of these functions is further elaborated in the Commission's Rules of Procedure.
APF membership
The Commission became an Associate Member of the APF in 2012 (17th Annual Meeting).
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Downloadable Resources
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Building a climate of justice: good practice guide
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APF Chairperson’s statement on the situation in Myanmar
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APF statement on Myanmar Commission