UN Human Rights Complaints Procedure: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use the formal mechanism for reporting systemic human rights abuses on an international level.
This is a formal mechanism that allows individuals to report systemic human rights abuses to an international body.
Who it's for
This procedure is available to anyone who alleges that their human rights have been violated.
What you get
You gain access to a formal international mechanism designed to receive and review reports regarding systemic human rights abuses.
What it costs you
There is no monetary fee to use this process, but it requires a significant investment of time to gather and provide the extensive documentation needed to support your claim.
The catch to know
This is intended to be a last resort. You generally cannot use this mechanism until you have exhausted all available legal remedies within your own country's court system first.
How to apply
- Gather all necessary evidence and documentation regarding the alleged violations.
- Ensure you have attempted to resolve the issue through your local legal channels.
- Prepare your formal submission according to the required international standards.
- Submit your complaint through the official portal: https://www.ohchr.org