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National Human Rights Commission, The Gambia National Human Rights Commission of The Gambia is an independent and permanent human rights institut

IN LOVING MEMORY OF MS. METTA MBOOBToday, 17 September 2026, marks the second anniversary of the passing of Ms. Metta Mb...
17/09/2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF MS. METTA MBOOB

Today, 17 September 2026, marks the second anniversary of the passing of Ms. Metta Mboob, who served as Logistics and Office Assistant at the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of The Gambia.

Her dedication, kindness, unwavering commitment and contribution to the NHRC will always be remembered.

May Allah SWT grant her Jannatul Firdaus.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in partnership with The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TAN...
12/09/2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in partnership with The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TANGO and with support from UNDP The Gambia, is today concluding its three-day training on Human Rights-Based Budgeting for members of the CSO Dialogue Platform.

The training has strengthened participants’ knowledge and capacity to apply human rights principles to budgeting processes, promoting development priorities that are inclusive, equitable, transparent and responsive to the rights and needs of all people.

As the training concludes, participants are encouraged to take the knowledge and skills gained into their respective organizations and communities, contributing to stronger social accountability and human rights protection.

European Union in The Gambia,

NHRC DELEGATION UNDERTAKES CAPACITY-BUILDING VISIT TO CHINAA six-member delegation of the National Human Rights Commissi...
11/09/2026

NHRC DELEGATION UNDERTAKES CAPACITY-BUILDING VISIT TO CHINA

A six-member delegation of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of The Gambia, led by Chairperson Emmanuel Daniel Joof at the invitation of the People’s Republic of China is on a two-week study visit and capacity-building programme on disability rights and inclusive development from 2-15 September 2026.

The programme brings together participants from The Gambia, Algeria, Jordan, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, Nepal and Mongolia to exchange experiences and good practices.

At the opening ceremony, Chairperson Joof reaffirmed that disability is a human rights issue, stressing that persons with disabilities are rights-holders and active contributors to national development. He also highlighted the importance of the principle “Nothing About Us Without Us”, stressing that persons with disabilities must be meaningfully involved in decisions that affect their lives.

The visit seeks to strengthen cooperation and knowledge exchange between the NHRC, the Gambia Federation of the Disabled and relevant Chinese institutions by gaining insights into China’s experience in disability policy, rehabilitation, employment, accessibility, assistive technologies, social protection and inclusive development.

The Gambian delegation includes Emmanuel Joof the NHRC Chairperson, Dr Saikou Kawsu Gassama Executive Secretary, Paul C Mendy Director of Human Resources, Aji Fatou Gaye Principal Legal Officer, Ousman Jeng Programme Officer and Fatoumatta Jallow a female representative nominated by the Gambia Federation of the Disabled.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in Partnership with The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TAN...
10/09/2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in Partnership with The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TANGO with support from UNDP The Gambia, is conducting a three-day training on Human Rights-Based Budgeting for members of the CSO Dialogue Platform.

The training will strengthen participants’ understanding and capacity to apply human rights principles in budgeting processes, ensuring that development priorities are inclusive, equitable and responsive to people’s rights and needs.

European Union in The Gambia, UNDP The Gambia

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in partnership with The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TANG...
09/09/2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in partnership with The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TANGO with support from the UNDP EU GREAT Project has concluded a two-day training on child rights monitoring for the members of the CSO Dialogue Platform on human rights, 8th September 2026.

The training seeks to strengthen the capacity of Civil Society Organizations to effectively monitor, document and advocate for the promotion and protection of children's rights in The Gambia.
UNDP The Gambia, European Union in The Gambia

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), with support UNDP EU GREAT PROJECT through The Association of Non-Governmen...
07/09/2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), with support UNDP EU GREAT PROJECT through The Association of Non-Governmental Organizations - TANGO, is conducting a two-day training for the CSO Dialogue Platform.
The training focuses on Child Rights Monitoring,

The training aims to strengthen the capacity of Civil Society Organizations to effectively monitor, document and advocate for the protection and promotion of children’s rights in The Gambia.

UNDP The Gambia, European Union in The Gambia

OBITUARY ANNOUNCEMENTIt is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that the National Human Rights Commission (NHR...
06/09/2026

OBITUARY ANNOUNCEMENT

It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) announces the passing of Mr. Lamin Jammeh, Records Officer of the NHRC.

Mr. Jammeh passed away on Saturday, 5th September 2026. His passing is a great loss to the Commission, his colleagues, family, friends and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. He will be remembered for his service, dedication, professionalism and contribution to the work of the National Human Rights Commission.

The Commissioners and Staff of the NHRC extend their heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family, relatives and friends.

Burial is today (Sunday 6th September 2026) at 2pm in Brusubi.

May Allah SWT grant him Jannatul Firdaus.
National Human Rights Commission, The Gambia.

A Milestone for Child Rights in The Gambia!The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in collaboration with the Minist...
01/09/2026

A Milestone for Child Rights in The Gambia!

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare with support from UNICEF, successfully validated The Gambia’s first-ever National Child Rights Monitoring Framework on 31st August, 2026.

The framework will strengthen NHRC’s ability to monitor the implementation of children’s rights, identify gaps and violations, promote accountability, and generate evidence-based reports about children in The Gambia.

Every child has a name, a story, and a right to protection. Together, we are working towards a Gambia where every child’s rights are recognized, protected, and realized.

CALL FOR APPLICATION FOR THE 7TH SDKJ INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS MOOT COURT COMPETITION.The National Human Rights Commis...
01/09/2026

CALL FOR APPLICATION FOR THE 7TH SDKJ INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS MOOT COURT COMPETITION.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of The Gambia, in partnership with the University of The Gambia (UTG), is pleased to invite universities across Africa to register for the 7th Edition of the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Human Rights Moot Court Competition 2026.

The theme for the 2026 edition is Statelessness, Citizenship and Legal Identity in Africa. Applications starts from the 1st to 14th September 2026 at 11:59pm GMT.

Click link to access the application guidelines and registration form. https://www.gm-nhrc.org/sdkj-human-rights

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