VISION Our vision is to ensure human rights for all and promote and protect the rule of law. MISSION Our mission is to develop a better human rights culture in Sri Lanka through protecting and promoting human rights for all in law, policy and in practice, adhering to universally recognized human rights norms and principles with a special emphasis on the fundamental rights guaranteed under the Sri Lankan Constitution for the citizens of Sri Lanka, with the coordination and cooperation of all stakeholders that work towards protecting and promoting human rights for all. LOGO The logo of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka conveys the responsibility of the National Human Rights Institution to protect and promote human rights at the national level. The colour blue reflects the liveliness and creativity of human beings. The two hands reflect protection and taking of action for protection. The globe reflects the spread of human rights into the far corners of the earth and the protection afforded at the international level. The map of Sri Lanka reflects the necessity to take action for protection at the national level. The figures of a woman, man and child reflect that protection of human rights should be afforded equally to all. 5