The Permanent Committee for Human Rights (PCHR) is an authoritative body at the centre of the UAE’s progress in protecting and promoting human rights.
Acting as the national liaison and coordinator between relevant human rights bodies within the UAE, the PCHR drives positive change by promoting and protecting human rights in line with internationally recognised standards.
The PCHR also works closely with global human rights organisations and partner countries to support progress and prosperity of the global community.
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 UAE ministries and institutions.
Vision
To enhance the promotion and protection of human rights at home and abroad in line with internationally recognised standards.
Mission
The UAE is deeply committed to human rights and to further advancing these rights domestically and internationally. The PCHR is central to these efforts, and is dedicated to building upon the UAE’s progress in this space by coordinating relevant bodies in the UAE, as well as human rights organisations and partner countries worldwide, to drive forward positive change.
