Universal Periodic Review challenges and opportunities for the Arab region
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Universal Periodic Review
challenges and opportunities for the Arab region
Arab Governance WeekCairo, 26-29 November 2012
Mitra Motlagh – UNDP Regional Centre for Arab States
CHANGE !
Development?
Universal Periodic ReviewChallenges… or Opportunities!
Strengthen national efforts on human rights
Touches on a wide spectrum of issues contribution to the development agenda
Preparation of the UPR - collaboration between States, NHRI, CSO, and UN
Joint planning between actors for implementation
Our approach to UPR 3 joint UNDP/OHCHR regional meetings on UPR
o information, guidance and comparative experience
Continued South-South exchange (Asia, Africa, Europe)
Continued support for preparation and follow up :o Strengthen capacity of all branches of the State and
other stakeholders – CSOs, NHRIs, media and the private sector
o solid basis for long-term advocacy at the country level
Key aspects Challenges of inclusiveness in
preparing UPR
Implementation plans
Role of civil society and media
Possible partnerships!
Link with other accountability mechanisms not a stand-alone process!
UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW
Next steps for 17 countries?
More tailored UN programming
Opportunities for other accountability mechanisms
Strengthened capacities of all stakeholders!
SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY
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