Human RightsBased Approach in the Programming Process 20042015

Human Rights-Based Approach in the Programming Process 20/04/2015 1

What is a human rights-based approach? A conceptual framework for the process of development: Ønormatively based on international HR standards and principles Øoperationally directed to promoting and protecting HR ØRecognizes human beings as rights-holders and establishes obligations for duty-bearers. ØFocus on discriminated and marginalized groups ØAims for the progressive achievement of all human rights ØGives equal importance to the outcome and process of development 20/04/2015 2

UN Common Understanding on HRBA GOAL 1. PROCESS 2. OUTCOME 3. 20/04/2015 All programmes of development co-operation, policies and technical assistance should further the realization of human rights as laid down in the UDHR and other international human rights instruments Human rights standards and principles guide all development cooperation and programming in all sectors and in all phases of the programming process Development cooperation contributes to the development of the capacities of ‘duty-bearers’ to meet their obligations and/or of ‘rights-holders’ to claim their rights 3

1. GOAL § All programs of development co-operation should further the realization of human rights as laid down in the UDHR and other international human rights instruments The realization of human rights is the ultimate goal of all development programmes § HRBA influences the identification of UN strategic priorities § Programming is informed by the recommendations of International HR bodies and mechanisms 20/04/2015 4

2) PROCESS § Human rights standards and principles guide all development cooperation and programming in all sectors and in all phases of the programming process Human Rights standards and principles improve the quality of outcomes and processes § Human rights standards delineate the ‘playing field’ in which development takes place § HR principles provide the “playing rules” for the development process. 20/04/2015 5

3) OUTCOME Development cooperation contributes to the development of the capacities of ‘duty-bearers’ to meet their obligations and/or of ‘rights-holders’ to claim their rights § Focus on relation individuals-State (claims-obligations) § Shifting development from service delivery as primary focus to building capacity to claim and fulfil human rights § States require capacity to strengthen national protection systems and comply with their obligations 20/04/2015 6

Rights-holder and Duty-bearers Right-holders: Duty-bearers: 7. 095. 306. 380 personas (aprox. ) Much less § Every individual, either a man woman or child, of any race, ethnic group or social condition § To some extent groups : e. g. Indigenous Peoples § Primarily States § In some cases individuals have specific obligations § Individuals and private entities have generic responsibilities towards the community to respect the rights of others § Development partners 20/04/2015 7

State’s duty to Respect – Protect - Fulfill Duty-bearers Right to water Respect Do not disconnect supply without due process Refrain from interfering with the enjoyment of rights 20/04/2015 Protect Pro-poor price regulation when supply is privatized Prevent others from interfering with the enjoyment of rights Fulfill Ensure, over time, everyone is connected Adopt appropriate measures towards full realization of rights 8

Relationship between Duty-Bearers and Rights-Holder (Role Pattern Analysis) 20/04/2015 9

Capacity Development of Rights Holders and Duty Bearers 20/04/2015 10