Human rights support shaped for the Pacific
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights promotes and protects human rights for everyone. In the Pacific, the Regional Office works alongside governments, national human rights institutions, civil society, regional organisations, United Nations partners and communities to help translate international human rights standards into practical change.
Partnership, advice and practical support
Our work connects regional priorities with the wider United Nations human rights system.
Technical assistance
Support for laws, policies, institutions and public processes that strengthen the protection and enjoyment of human rights.
Human rights mechanisms
Practical guidance for engaging with the Universal Periodic Review, treaty bodies, Special Procedures and follow-up processes.
Civic space and participation
Engagement with civil society, human rights defenders and community organisations so people can contribute meaningfully to decisions that affect them.
Equality and inclusion
Support for approaches that address discrimination, strengthen participation and place people at risk of exclusion at the centre of policy and programme design.
Local context. International standards.
Pacific countries are diverse in geography, culture, governance and development context. Our work is grounded in dialogue and partnership, while drawing on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the international human rights framework.
- Country and regional engagement
- Capacity development and technical advice
- Support for implementation and follow-up
- Public information and human rights education