This project, funded by the British Academy and Leverhulme Trust, is led by Dr Alice Storey and supported by Melisa Oleschuk. Its aim is to empower civil society organisations (CSOs) to engage with UN’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism, in turn strengthening the domestic implementation of UPR recommendations.
Research aims
This novel study has used an online survey and semi-structured interviews to create a significant dataset of the experiences of CSOs that engage with the UPR. The aim is to empower civil society organisations, in turn strengthening the domestic implementation of UPR recommendations.
This work is important because CSOs play a substantial role in advocating for human rights and holding governments to account. By understanding their experiences of engaging with the UPR process, we can identify challenges alongside opportunities for improvement. Empowering these organisations can lead to more effective monitoring and implementation of UPR recommendations at the national level, creating a more robust human rights framework. Ultimately, this research aims to contribute to a more transparent, accountable, and inclusive human rights system that benefits individuals and communities worldwide.
Research outcomes
The findings of this research will be published here, and launched at an online event hosted by UPR Info, on 22nd August 2024.