HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
About The Human Rights Commission
The Human Rights Commission (HRC-Z/Commission) is a National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) established under Article 230 (1) of the Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Act No. 2 of 2016 with an overall mandate of promoting and protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms. In addition to the Constitution, the functions and powers of the Commission are also provided under the below Acts of Parliament:
The Human Rights Commission Act No. 4 of 2024; and
The Access to Information Act No. 24 of 2023.
Further, its establishment and functioning are guided by UN General Assembly Resolution 48/134 of 20 December, 1993, known as The Paris Principles. It is accredited with an ‘A’ status under the UN system because its establishment and functioning are in full compliance with the UN Paris Principles. The Commission is a member of the Network of African National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI) and the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI).
Our Objective
Vision
Mission
Values
A society that respects and upholds human rights for all in Zambia ensures equality, dignity, and justice for every person, regardless of background. It guarantees fundamental freedoms—like access to justice, education, and healthcare—while combating discrimination and exclusion. By embedding human rights in laws and daily practices, Zambia fosters inclusion, accountability, and progress, empowering marginalized groups and strengthening social cohesion. Such a society reflects a shared commitment to fairness, where every voice is heard and every life valued.
“To ensure the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all people in Zambia; through advocacy, investigations, and appropriate redress of human rights violations and; monitoring compliance with human rights standards and obligations.” “To build a Zambia where every person enjoys equal rights and dignity through robust legal protections, effective institutions, and active civic engagement.”
The Commission is committed to upholding the following Values:
Independent
Human Dignity
Professionalism
Propriety and Integrity
Non-Discrimination
Action-Oriented
Non-partisan and Impartiality
Vision
A society that respects and upholds human rights for all in Zambia
Mission
To ensure the promotion and protection of human rights for all people in Zambia
Values
The Commission is committed to upholding all values without fail
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