HRCSL Releases Four Publications on International Human Rights Day 2024
On December 10, 2024, the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) marked
International Human Rights Day with a ceremony at the BMICH under the theme “Our Rights,
Our Future, Right Now.” This theme underscores the urgency of addressing human rights
challenges while building a sustainable and inclusive future.
At this event, the HRCSL launched four significant publications, each addressing critical aspects
of human rights:
1. Guidelines and Recommendations:
o Two publications detailing guidelines and actionable recommendations.
o These focus on the rights of persons with disabilities and the protection of human
rights defenders.
2. Key Recommendations:
o A compilation of selected recommendations made by HRCSL in 2024.
o This document offers insights into the Commission’s recent work in addressing
human rights violations and shaping future standards.
3. Research on Manpower Workers in Free Trade Zones:
o This publication contains findings from research on the working conditions of
“manpower” workers in two free trade zones.
o It includes practical recommendations aimed at improving the rights and welfare
of this often-overlooked community.
These publications reflect the HRCSL’s efforts in raising awareness and promoting
accountability to protect and promote human rights across Sri Lanka. The publications serve as
both a resource for stakeholders and a catalyst for action in crucial areas of human rights.
Download:
General Guidelines and Recommendations on Providing Employment for the Persons with Disabilities and Disability Friendly Work Environment (Sinhala, Tamil, English)
General Guidelines and Recommendations No. 1 of 2024 on the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (Sinhala, Tamil, English)
HRDs_General Guidlines and Recommendations draft _ English
HRDs_General Guidelines and Recommendations draft _Tamil
HRDs_General Guidelines and Recommendations draft – Sinhala
Selected Recommendations issued by Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka in year 2024 (Sinhala, Tamil, English)
Selected Recommendations issued by HRCSL in 2024_English
Selected Recommendations issued by HRCSL in 2024_Tamil
Selected Recommendations issued by HRCSL in 2024_Sinhala
The Status of Manpower Workers: A Study of the Katunayake and Biyagama Free Trade Zones (English)
The Status of Manpower Workers_ A Study of the Katunayake and Biyagama Free Trade Zones