The Permanent Committee for Human Rights

The Permanent Committee for Human Rights was established by a Cabinet decision in October 2019, with members from several of the UAE’s ministries and institutions. It works to strengthen human rights policies in line with international standards and coordinates efforts between government entities on human rights matters. The Committee also develops policies and programmes to protect people's rights and dignity within the framework of the law.
The Permanent Committee for Human Rights
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The Permanent Committee for Human Rights

The Permanent Committee for Human Rights (PCHR) is at the centre of the UAE’s ongoing efforts in protecting and promoting human rights.

Acting as the national liaison and coordinator between relevant ministries and human rights bodies within the UAE, the PCHR aims to advance the human rights agenda in line with internationally recognised standards.

The PCHR also works closely with global human rights organisations and partner countries to support progress and uphold human dignity.

The Permanent Committee for Human Rights (formerly named the National Human Rights Committee) was established by the Council of Ministers in October 2019. Its members include several ministries and institutions.

Duties

PCHR performs the following duties:

 

  • monitoring the preparation and submission of periodic reports within the framework of UN and regional human rights mechanisms
  • overseeing the implementation of concluding observations and recommendations issued by UN and regional mechanisms
  • reviewing existing legislations and regulations in the country related to human rights and proposing amendments
  • developing national policies and plans to raise awareness and to build capacity in the field of human rights
  • strengthening cooperation with national mechanisms, regional organisations, and UN human rights mechanisms.

 

 

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Updated on:

11 Nov 2026