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 UPRo 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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