Background

Within the framework of Human Rights Council resolution 45/10, the Special Rapporteur on the promotion of truth, justice, reparation and guarantees of non-recurrence, Mr. Fabian Salvioli, will conduct an official visit to Armenia from 16 to 24 November 2023.

Objectives

The purpose of the visit is to assess the measures in the areas of truth, justice, reparation, memorialization and guarantees of non-recurrence that have been adopted by the authorities in Armenia to address serious violations of human rights committed in situations of conflict or state repression, seeking to have a broad view of the various initiatives taken, identify good practices, gaps and shortcomings, and formulate recommendations in that regard.

Key questions and types of input/comments sought

In preparation for this visit, the Special Rapporteur will appreciate receiving information from relevant stakeholders and interested parties through responses to this call for inputs.