Non-governmental organizations and National human rights institutions

The UPR process ensures the participation of all relevant stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and national human rights institutions (NHRIs). NGOs and NHRIs can submit information which can be added to the “other stakeholders” report which is considered during the review. Information they provide can be referred to by any of the States taking part in the interactive discussion during the review at the Working Group meeting. NGOs can attend the UPR Working Group sessions and can make statements at the regular session of the Human Rights Council when the outcome of the State reviews are considered. OHCHR has released "Technical guidelines for the submission of stakeholders”. 

Info note for other relevant stakeholders:
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Info note for NHRIs
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Technical guidelines for the submission of stakeholders' information

Deadlines for submission of stakeholders' information for the 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th UPR sessions

Accreditation: Representatives of NGOs or NHRIs wishing to attend UPR Working Group Sessions must fill out an accreditation form.