2nd Meeting, 12th Session of the Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development.



Item 5 - Implementation of the mandate and programme of work:

(a) Consideration of thematic studies (15h-16h30)
(i) Climate finance: vulnerability and responsibility - Presented by Ms. Durant
(ii) Launching EMRTD policy briefs - Presented by Mr. Ibhawoh
(b) Focused thematic discussions and interactive dialogues
(i) How to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Right to Development: reflections and proposals (16h30-18h) - Presented by all EMRTD members

Purpose of the Expert Mechanism:

The Expert Mechanism provides the Human Rights Council with thematic expertise on the right to development in searching for, identifying and sharing best practices with Member States and promotes the implementation of the right to development worldwide.

Mandate:

The Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development (EMRTD) was established by the Human Rights Council in 2019 under resolution 42/23 as a subsidiary body of the Council. In carrying out its mandate, the Expert Mechanism holds annual meetings (see below), undertakes thematic studies and study visits, holds interactive discussions and consultations, participates in outreach and communications initiatives and reports to the General Assembly and Human Rights Council.


Watch the 2nd Meeting, 12th Session of the Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development!



2nd Plenary Meeting




Location: Palais des Nations, Av. de la Paix 8-14, 1211 Genève, Switzerland

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