How to use this document
This web-based document seeks to provide users with accessible information and resources on Engaging with the International Human Rights Machinery. You will also find a PDF version of the document and accompanying PowerPoint presentation available to download.
How to Navigate the Web-based Document
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- In each of the principal sections (UN Treaty Bodies and UN Special Procedures), you will find the following:
- Case studies illustrating best practices;
- Specific suggestions for practitioners (look for ! symbol);
- Practitioner checklists (look for √ symbol);
- Useful links to websites and/or documents with additional information.
- Answers to Frequently Asked Questions are also available.
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We hope that users will find this combination of web-based and printable materials useful and practical. Should you have comments regarding the content of the web-document, please contact [emilie.filmer-wilson@undp.org].