Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.1
States should provide and maintain policy, legal and organizational frameworks that promote responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests. These frameworks are dependent on, and are
supported by broader reforms to the legal system, public service and judicial authorities
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.8
States and other parties should regularly review and monitor policy, legal and organizational frameworks to maintain their effectiveness. Implementing agencies and judicial authorities should engage with civil society, user representatives and the broader public to improve services and endeavour to prevent corruption through transparent processes and decision-making. Information about changes and their anticipated impacts should be clearly stated and widely publicized in applicable languages.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.6
States and other parties should consider additional measures to support
vulnerable or marginalized groups who could not otherwise access
administrative and judicial services. These measures should include legal
support, such as affordable legal aid, and may also include the provision
of services of paralegals or parasurveyors, and mobile services for remote
communities and mobile indigenous peoples
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.7
States should encourage implementing agencies and judicial authorities to foster a culture based on service and ethical behaviour. Agencies and
judicial authorities should seek regular feedback, such as through surveys and focus groups, to raise standards and improve delivery of services,
to meet expectations, and to satisfy new needs. They should publish performance standards and report regularly on results. Users should have
means of addressing complaints either within the implementing agency, such as by administrative review, or externally, such as by an independent
review or through an ombudsman
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UDHR
Universal Declaration of human rights |
10
Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in the determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charge against him
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.8
Relevant professional associations for services related to tenure should develop, publicize and monitor the implementation of high levels of
ethical behaviour. Public and private sector parties should adhere to
applicable ethical standards, and be subject to disciplinary action in case
of violations. Where such associations do not exist, States should ensure
an environment conducive to their establishment.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.1
States should provide and maintain policy, legal and organizational frameworks that promote responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests. These frameworks are dependent on, and are
supported by broader reforms to the legal system, public service and judicial authorities
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.8
States and other parties should regularly review and monitor policy, legal and organizational frameworks to maintain their effectiveness. Implementing agencies and judicial authorities should engage with civil society, user representatives and the broader public to improve services and endeavour to prevent corruption through transparent processes and decision-making. Information about changes and their anticipated impacts should be clearly stated and widely publicized in applicable languages.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.6
States and other parties should consider additional measures to support
vulnerable or marginalized groups who could not otherwise access
administrative and judicial services. These measures should include legal
support, such as affordable legal aid, and may also include the provision
of services of paralegals or parasurveyors, and mobile services for remote
communities and mobile indigenous peoples
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.7
States should encourage implementing agencies and judicial authorities to foster a culture based on service and ethical behaviour. Agencies and
judicial authorities should seek regular feedback, such as through surveys and focus groups, to raise standards and improve delivery of services,
to meet expectations, and to satisfy new needs. They should publish performance standards and report regularly on results. Users should have
means of addressing complaints either within the implementing agency, such as by administrative review, or externally, such as by an independent
review or through an ombudsman
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICCPR
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
14
1. All persons shall be equal before the courts and tribunals. In the determination of any criminal charge against him, or of his rights and obligations in a suit at law, everyone shall be entitled to a fair and public hearing by a competent, independent and impartial tribunal established by law. The press and the public may be excluded from all or part of a trial for reasons of morals, public order (ordre public) or national security in a democratic society, or when the interest of the private lives of the parties so requires, or to the extent strictly necessary in the opinion of the court in special circumstances where publicity would prejudice the interests of justice; but any judgement rendered in a criminal case or in a suit at law shall be made public except where the interest of juvenile persons otherwise requires or the proceedings concern matrimonial disputes or the guardianship of children. [..]
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.8
Relevant professional associations for services related to tenure should develop, publicize and monitor the implementation of high levels of
ethical behaviour. Public and private sector parties should adhere to
applicable ethical standards, and be subject to disciplinary action in case
of violations. Where such associations do not exist, States should ensure
an environment conducive to their establishment.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.1
States should provide and maintain policy, legal and organizational frameworks that promote responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests. These frameworks are dependent on, and are
supported by broader reforms to the legal system, public service and judicial authorities
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.6
States should place responsibilities at levels of government that can most effectively deliver services to the people. States should clearly define the
roles and responsibilities of agencies dealing with tenure of land, fisheries and forests. States should ensure coordination between implementing agencies, as well as with local governments, and indigenous peoples and other communities with customary tenure systems
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.8
States and other parties should regularly review and monitor policy, legal and organizational frameworks to maintain their effectiveness. Implementing agencies and judicial authorities should engage with civil society, user representatives and the broader public to improve services and endeavour to prevent corruption through transparent processes and decision-making. Information about changes and their anticipated impacts should be clearly stated and widely publicized in applicable languages.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.6
States and other parties should consider additional measures to support
vulnerable or marginalized groups who could not otherwise access
administrative and judicial services. These measures should include legal
support, such as affordable legal aid, and may also include the provision
of services of paralegals or parasurveyors, and mobile services for remote
communities and mobile indigenous peoples
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.7
States should encourage implementing agencies and judicial authorities to foster a culture based on service and ethical behaviour. Agencies and
judicial authorities should seek regular feedback, such as through surveys and focus groups, to raise standards and improve delivery of services,
to meet expectations, and to satisfy new needs. They should publish performance standards and report regularly on results. Users should have
means of addressing complaints either within the implementing agency, such as by administrative review, or externally, such as by an independent
review or through an ombudsman
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICEDAW
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women |
15.2
States Parties shall accord to women, in civil matters, a legal capacity identical to that of men and the same opportunities to exercise that capacity. In particular, they shall give women equal rights to conclude contracts and to administer property and shall treat them equally in all stages of procedure in courts and tribunals.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.8
Relevant professional associations for services related to tenure should develop, publicize and monitor the implementation of high levels of
ethical behaviour. Public and private sector parties should adhere to
applicable ethical standards, and be subject to disciplinary action in case
of violations. Where such associations do not exist, States should ensure
an environment conducive to their establishment.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.1
States should provide and maintain policy, legal and organizational frameworks that promote responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests. These frameworks are dependent on, and are
supported by broader reforms to the legal system, public service and judicial authorities
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.6
States should place responsibilities at levels of government that can most effectively deliver services to the people. States should clearly define the
roles and responsibilities of agencies dealing with tenure of land, fisheries and forests. States should ensure coordination between implementing agencies, as well as with local governments, and indigenous peoples and other communities with customary tenure systems
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.8
States and other parties should regularly review and monitor policy, legal and organizational frameworks to maintain their effectiveness. Implementing agencies and judicial authorities should engage with civil society, user representatives and the broader public to improve services and endeavour to prevent corruption through transparent processes and decision-making. Information about changes and their anticipated impacts should be clearly stated and widely publicized in applicable languages.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
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General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
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Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.6
States and other parties should consider additional measures to support
vulnerable or marginalized groups who could not otherwise access
administrative and judicial services. These measures should include legal
support, such as affordable legal aid, and may also include the provision
of services of paralegals or parasurveyors, and mobile services for remote
communities and mobile indigenous peoples
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.7
States should encourage implementing agencies and judicial authorities to foster a culture based on service and ethical behaviour. Agencies and
judicial authorities should seek regular feedback, such as through surveys and focus groups, to raise standards and improve delivery of services,
to meet expectations, and to satisfy new needs. They should publish performance standards and report regularly on results. Users should have
means of addressing complaints either within the implementing agency, such as by administrative review, or externally, such as by an independent
review or through an ombudsman
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
ICRPD
International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
13
1. States Parties shall ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, including through the provision of procedural and age-appropriate accommodations, in order to facilitate their effective role as direct and indirect participants, including as witnesses, in all legal proceedings, including at investigative and other preliminary stages.
2. In order to help to ensure effective access to justice for persons with disabilities, States Parties shall promote appropriate training for those working in the field of administration of justice, including police and prison staff.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.8
Relevant professional associations for services related to tenure should develop, publicize and monitor the implementation of high levels of
ethical behaviour. Public and private sector parties should adhere to
applicable ethical standards, and be subject to disciplinary action in case
of violations. Where such associations do not exist, States should ensure
an environment conducive to their establishment.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.1
States should provide and maintain policy, legal and organizational frameworks that promote responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests. These frameworks are dependent on, and are
supported by broader reforms to the legal system, public service and judicial authorities
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.6
States should place responsibilities at levels of government that can most effectively deliver services to the people. States should clearly define the
roles and responsibilities of agencies dealing with tenure of land, fisheries and forests. States should ensure coordination between implementing agencies, as well as with local governments, and indigenous peoples and other communities with customary tenure systems
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.8
States and other parties should regularly review and monitor policy, legal and organizational frameworks to maintain their effectiveness. Implementing agencies and judicial authorities should engage with civil society, user representatives and the broader public to improve services and endeavour to prevent corruption through transparent processes and decision-making. Information about changes and their anticipated impacts should be clearly stated and widely publicized in applicable languages.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.6
States and other parties should consider additional measures to support
vulnerable or marginalized groups who could not otherwise access
administrative and judicial services. These measures should include legal
support, such as affordable legal aid, and may also include the provision
of services of paralegals or parasurveyors, and mobile services for remote
communities and mobile indigenous peoples
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.7
States should encourage implementing agencies and judicial authorities to foster a culture based on service and ethical behaviour. Agencies and
judicial authorities should seek regular feedback, such as through surveys and focus groups, to raise standards and improve delivery of services,
to meet expectations, and to satisfy new needs. They should publish performance standards and report regularly on results. Users should have
means of addressing complaints either within the implementing agency, such as by administrative review, or externally, such as by an independent
review or through an ombudsman
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDROP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas |
12
1. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to effective and non-discriminatory access to justice, including access to fair procedures for the resolution of disputes and to effective remedies for all infringements of their human rights. Such decisions shall give due consideration to their customs, traditions, rules and legal systems in conformity with relevant obligations under international human rights law.
2. States shall provide for non-discriminatory access, through impartial and competent judicial and administrative bodies, to timely, affordable and effective means of resolving disputes in the language of the persons concerned, and shall provide effective and prompt remedies, which may include a right of appeal, restitution, indemnity, compensation and reparation. 3. Peasants and other people working in rural areas have the right to legal assistance. States shall consider additional measures, including legal aid, to support peasants and other people working in rural areas who would otherwise not have access to administrative and judicial services.
4. States shall consider measures to strengthen relevant national institutions for the promotion and protection of all human rights, including the rights described in the present Declaration.
5. States shall provide peasants and other people working in rural areas with effective mechanisms for the prevention of and redress for any action that has the aim or effect of violating their human rights, arbitrarily dispossessing them of their land and
natural resources or of depriving them of their means of subsistence and integrity, and for any form of forced sedentarization or population displacement.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.8
Relevant professional associations for services related to tenure should develop, publicize and monitor the implementation of high levels of
ethical behaviour. Public and private sector parties should adhere to
applicable ethical standards, and be subject to disciplinary action in case
of violations. Where such associations do not exist, States should ensure
an environment conducive to their establishment.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
40
Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.1
States should provide and maintain policy, legal and organizational frameworks that promote responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests. These frameworks are dependent on, and are
supported by broader reforms to the legal system, public service and judicial authorities
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
40
Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.6
States should place responsibilities at levels of government that can most effectively deliver services to the people. States should clearly define the
roles and responsibilities of agencies dealing with tenure of land, fisheries and forests. States should ensure coordination between implementing agencies, as well as with local governments, and indigenous peoples and other communities with customary tenure systems
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
40
Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
|
General matters
5. Policy, legal and organizational frameworks related to tenure |
5.8
States and other parties should regularly review and monitor policy, legal and organizational frameworks to maintain their effectiveness. Implementing agencies and judicial authorities should engage with civil society, user representatives and the broader public to improve services and endeavour to prevent corruption through transparent processes and decision-making. Information about changes and their anticipated impacts should be clearly stated and widely publicized in applicable languages.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
40
Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
|
General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
|
Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
40
Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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General matters
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6.3
States should provide prompt, accessible and non-discriminatory services to protect tenure rights, to promote and facilitate the enjoyment of those
rights, and to resolve disputes. States should eliminate unnecessary legal and procedural requirements and strive to overcome barriers related to
tenure rights. States should review services of implementing agencies and
judicial authorities, and introduce improvements where required.
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United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
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Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
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Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
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Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
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Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
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Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.4
States should ensure that implementing agencies and judicial authorities
serve the entire population, delivering services to all, including those in
remote locations. Services should be provided promptly and efficiently
using locally suitable technology to increase efficiency and accessibility.
Internal guidelines should be established so that staff can implement
policies and laws in a reliable and consistent manner. Procedures should
be simplified without threatening tenure security or quality of justice.
Explanatory materials should be widely publicized in ap
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Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
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Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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General matters
6. Delivery of services |
6.6
States and other parties should consider additional measures to support
vulnerable or marginalized groups who could not otherwise access
administrative and judicial services. These measures should include legal
support, such as affordable legal aid, and may also include the provision
of services of paralegals or parasurveyors, and mobile services for remote
communities and mobile indigenous peoples
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Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
UNDRIP
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
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Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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6. Delivery of services |
6.7
States should encourage implementing agencies and judicial authorities to foster a culture based on service and ethical behaviour. Agencies and
judicial authorities should seek regular feedback, such as through surveys and focus groups, to raise standards and improve delivery of services,
to meet expectations, and to satisfy new needs. They should publish performance standards and report regularly on results. Users should have
means of addressing complaints either within the implementing agency, such as by administrative review, or externally, such as by an independent
review or through an ombudsman
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Right to equality before courts and tribunals and to a fair trial |
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United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
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Indigenous peoples have the right to access to and prompt decision through just and fair procedures for the resolution of conflicts and disputes with States or other parties, as well as to effective remedies for all infringements of their
individual and collective rights. Such a decision shall give due consideration to the customs, traditions, rules and legal systems of the indigenous peoples concerned and international human rights.
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6.8
Relevant professional associations for services related to tenure should develop, publicize and monitor the implementation of high levels of
ethical behaviour. Public and private sector parties should adhere to
applicable ethical standards, and be subject to disciplinary action in case
of violations. Where such associations do not exist, States should ensure
an environment conducive to their establishment.
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