Promotional Functions

The Asian Commission recognizes the importance, in the short term, of according priority to effects to deal with present day human rights violations. Over the long run however, the AHRC feels that at least equal priority must be given to promotional work aimed at preventing the occurrence of such human rights violations in the future.

The Asian Commission will work along with local and regional human rights groups to create greater awareness of human rights groups and prevent their violation. Educational programs will be developed to mobilize community concern and response, and promote interdisciplinary cooperation between those whose work relates to aspects of human rights. More effective means of monitoring the human rights will be created. Human Rights law as relevant to the regional will also be developed. Further, the AHRC will provide recognition to those active within the human rights field, to support and safeguard their work.