Network of African National Human Rights Institutions

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We are a regional umbrella body that brings together national human rights institutions.

NANHRI has been in operation since 2007. Our 46 members are drawn from NHRIs across Africa. The NANHRI Secretariat is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Vision

An African continent with an enhanced human rights and justice for all

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Mission

To support the establishment and strengthening of Paris Principles compliant national human rights institutions that effectively discharge their mandate

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Principles & Values

Transparency
Accountability
Integrity
Professionalism
Non-discrimination

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