Centre functions
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The National Center for Human Rights (NCHR) is a national institution of public benefit that enjoys financial and administrative independence and possesses legal personality. It discharges its mandate and carries out all activities relating to human rights — including monitoring and the receipt of complaints — in full independence, pursuant to Law No. (51) of 2006 , as amended. The Center holds “A” status accreditation from the Sub-Committee on Accreditation of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI).
Human Rights Protection Commission
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Human Rights Promotion Commission
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Department of Studies and International Cooperation
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Strategic Planning and Policy Unit
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Latest News & Events
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National Centre for Human Rights and Ministry of Justice Conduct Training on International Human Rights Mechanisms and Their Role in Strengthening the Rule of Law and Justice
Amman – The National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR), in cooperation with the Ministry of Justice, conducted a two-day training course on 20 and 21 October 2026 entitled “International Human Rights Mechanisms and Their Role in Strengthening the Rule of Law and...
The National Centre for Human Rights Conducts Monitoring Visits to Correctional, Rehabilitation and Temporary Detention Facilities in Ma’an and Aqaba
Aqaba - The National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR) conducted field monitoring visits from 12 to 15 October 2026 to the Ma'an and Aqaba Correctional and Rehabilitation Centres, as well as several temporary detention facilities in both governorates. These visits formed...
The National Centre for Human Rights Conducts Awareness Session in Wadi Al-Karak on UN Security Council Resolution 2250 and Human Rights
The National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR), in cooperation with the Ministry of Youth, conducted an awareness-raising session on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at the Wadi Al-Karak Youth Centre for Young Men and Women in Karak Governorate. The session addressed United...
The National Centre for Human Rights Conducts Monitoring Visits to Inclusive Schools in Northern and Central Jordan to Assess Inclusive Education for Persons with Disabilities
The National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR) continues to conduct field monitoring visits to a number of inclusive schools in northern and central Jordan as part of its ongoing efforts to protect and promote the rights of persons with disabilities and monitor the...
Statements & Recommendations
Latest statements and recommendations from the National Center for Human Rights
Statement of Condemnation Issued by the National Centre for Human Rights Regarding the Heinous Terrorist Attack on a Church in the Village of Hamoud, Karak Governorate
Amman – The National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR) is following with profound...
Statement Issued by the National Centre for Human Rights on the Occasion of the International Day of Rural Women
Every year, on 15 October, the world observes the International Day of Rural...
Statement Issued by the National Centre for Human Rights on Jordan’s Election to the United Nations Human Rights Council
The National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR) underscores the significance of...
