Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions

14/04/2026

📌 The APF, together with the Pacific Community-SPC has opened the Pacific NHRI Advancement Workshop in Nadi, Fiji today.

🌏 The three-day workshop brings together government representatives from across the Pacific to support countries at critical stages of establishing or strengthening their National Human Rights Institutions.

🧩 Sessions will cover legislative design, Paris Principles compliance, GANHRI (Global Alliance Of National Human Rights Institutions) accreditation, and the development of national roadmaps tailored to each country's context.

📍 The workshop reflects the ongoing regional commitment to building independent, accountable human rights institutions across the Pacific and the important role peer learning and regional cooperation play in that process.

13/02/2026

🚨 Opportunity alert 🚨

APF is recruiting a Finance & Operations Manager (remote, Australia – full working rights required).

This role will lead financial oversight and operations, including EU-style reporting, to support APF’s human rights work across the region.

More info below 👇

The Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions is seeking an experienced Finance and Operations Manager to provide financial oversight and strengthen operational systems across our regional work.

10/02/2026

Today we commenced the APF Annual Programme on GANHRI Accreditation 2026 with opening remarks from Dr Audrey Anne Rochelemagne, Deputy Head of Cooperation Section at the European Union Delegation, Miss Pornprapai Ganjanarintr, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission of Thailand, and Ms Thuy Doan-Smith, Executive Director of the APF.

Over the next three days, our member NHRIs are taking part in a facilitated, peer-to-peer exchange on Paris Principles accreditation, focused on institutional support and the practical application of accreditation standards into concrete, sustainable improvements to their systems, independence, credibility and impact.

06/02/2026

📌 APF and GANHRI were pleased to convene colleagues from EU Delegations across the Asia Pacific this week for a practical exchange on strengthening cooperation with National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs).

🌏 We discussed what works in practice: engaging NHRIs routinely, protecting independence when it is under pressure, supporting multilateral engagement, and creating more opportunities for peer exchange and visibility.

💡 A clear takeaway: strong, independent NHRIs are essential partners for advancing human rights, democracy and rule of law priorities.

📌 APF stands ready to work alongside EU Delegations, bringing regional expertise to Paris Principles accreditation and follow-up on SCA recommendations.

04/02/2026

🚨 APF is inviting proposals to establish a Roster of Consultants to provide legal and policy advice supporting National Human Rights Institutions across the Asia Pacific. 🚨

We are seeking consultants with demonstrated experience in NHRI legal and policy frameworks (including the Paris Principles) and GANHRI accreditation processes, and a strong track record in delivering clear, practical advice in collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Interested? Proposals close 17:00 (AEST), 5 March 2026. Please see the Request for Proposals on our website for full details and submission instructions. 👇

The Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions is inviting proposals to establish a roster of consultants to provide legal and policy advice supporting National Human Rights Institutions (NHRI) across the Asia Pacific.

07/01/2026

: Legal Services (Preferred Supplier, 2026-27)

APF is inviting quotations from qualified legal service providers for a Preferred Supplier Agreement covering 9 Feb 2026-8 Feb 2027.

🕔 Closes: 17:00 (AEST), Tue 4 Feb 2026
🔗 Details & how to apply:

APF invites quotations from qualified legal service providers for a Preferred Supplier Agreement (9 Feb 2026-8 Feb 2027) to deliver expert advice supporting APF governance, operations and contracts.

10/12/2025

On International Human Rights Day, we stand with NHRIs across the Asia Pacific working every day to make rights a reality.

11/11/2025

Day 1 opened in Nadi, Fiji with remarks from the President of the Court of Appeal of Fiji, Lordship Justice Isikeli Mataitoga, and welcome addresses by APF Chairperson Ms Samar Khaled al Haj Hassan and Human Rights Fiji Commissioner Ms Alefina Vuki.

Their input, alongside contributions from and UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji, grounded a timely conversation in a challenging global human rights moment: defend NHRI independence, promote human rights, speak clearly to rule of law and UN mechanisms, build joint advocacy with partners and donors, and form new alliances to protect rights and accountability.
Official photo below.

10/11/2025

We kicked off our 30th Annual General Meeting & Biennial Conference in Fiji! Discussions on regional human rights issues have started. Stay tuned!

24/10/2025

AI and human rights were front and centre in Seoul in September, where APF co-hosted a conference with Korea’s NHRCK and the EU Delegation. Sessions explored global AI norms, HRIAs, privacy/surveillance risks, impacts on women and workers, and how NHRIs and partners can cooperate for long-term, rights-based governance. Read more:

APF joined Korea’s NHRCK and the EU Delegation in Seoul on 16 September 2025 for a conference on AI and human rights, highlighting practical, rights-based actions NHRIs can take as technologies rapidly evolve.