To ensure a fully participatory and inclusive approach, particular attention is given to the meaningful involvement of specific groups, whose perspectives are often underrepresented in policy discussions. This approach strengthens both the legitimacy and the quality of the outcomes.

Objectives of the Regional Consultations

The consultations are designed to support the integration of human rights into development policy and practice. Their core objectives are to:

• Share good practices and experiences in the design and implementation of human development policies and programmes that advance the realisation of human rights;
• Exchange methodologies for monitoring and assessing the structures, processes, and outcomes of development policies and programmes;
• Identify recurring obstacles and challenges to the effective implementation of human rights–based approaches in development work, while also highlighting successful and innovative solutions to overcome these challenges.
• Collaboration with UN Human Rights Mandate Holders

GIHR has had the privilege of organizing regional consultations in support of the following UN mandates: