Open Access Human Rights Knowledge Platform

Empowering knowledge To Advance Human Rights – One resource at a time.

Our mission is to enhance access to human rights knowledge in Pakistan by providing resources that are practical, relevant and actionable – enabling users to explore cross-cutting themes, connect insights and translate knowledge into informed action for human rights impact.

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Access publications, reports, legal documents, learning pathways from Pakistan’s leading human rights organizations, scholars, and institutions – free, bilingual, and open to all.

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ABOUT

Library Huqooq-e-Pakistan II
The Shaista Ikramullah Human Rights Education Centre

The Human Rights Digital Library is an open-access, bilingual platform developed by UNDP Pakistan to strengthen access to human rights knowledge in the country. It serves as a central hub for advocacy and education.

Featured Collections

Explore curated categories designed to provide comprehensive insights into specific areas of human rights advocacy and legal research.

Start Your Learning Journey

Our structured pathways help you master complex human rights concepts through interactive modules, case studies, and expert assessments.

Beginner schedule 4 Hours

Foundations of Human Rights

An introduction to the history, key treaties, and basic concepts of global human rights law.

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Intermediate schedule 8 Hours

Advocacy & Field Reporting

Practical skills for gathering evidence, documenting violations, and building advocacy strategies.

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Advanced schedule 12 Hours

International Litigation

Complex legal frameworks for representing cases before international courts and tribunals.

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Share Your Knowledge with the World

The library grows stronger with every contribution. Whether you are a researcher, student, human rights practitioner, or organization – your expertise belongs here.

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Submit Publications

Share research papers, reports, and policy briefs with the global community.

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Contribute videos, podcasts, webinars, and documentary content.

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Share Toolkits

Offer practical guides, frameworks, and methodologies for practitioners.

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Legal Resources

Add national laws, court decisions, treaties, and legal commentaries.

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How It Works

Simple steps to leverage the Lexis Human Rights Library for your advocacy and research needs.

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