Observatory of Human Rights Impact (OHRI)

04 / The impact lens

Observatory of Human Rights Impact OHRI

Implementation asksWas it carried out?
Impact asksWhat difference did it make?

The OHRI examines the effects and consequences of human-rights decisions, interventions, reforms and implementation measures on institutions, communities and rights-holders.

Beyond formal measures

A government may enact legislation, an institution may adopt a policy, a victim may receive compensation or a court may issue a directive. These may be important implementation measures. IHRALS asks the next question: did they improve the protection and enjoyment of human rights?

What impact can show

  • Changes in institutional practice
  • Improved access to justice
  • Stronger protection of rights
  • Changes experienced by affected communities
  • Effectiveness and sustainability of remedies
  • Institutional learning and broader social outcomes