Chapter 1 – Report of the Policy, Law and Complaints Group (i) To monitor and compile data/information on discrimination against transgender people, in particular in the areas of employment, healthcare, education, housing, and the right to dignity; (ii) To influence/recommend changes in laws and policies for equal protection of the transgender community; and (iii) To create awareness regarding the situation and experiences of transgender people. The study is currently in its formative stages and the Policy Division is working closely with transgender advocates and other relevant stakeholders to map out the problems faced by the community. 7. LOOKING FORWARD The Policy Division will continue to monitor the Government’s actions with regard to the Commission’s recommendations, and identify areas for further advocacy. In 2016, in view of the Government’s commitment to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as adopted unanimously by the leaders of the 193 UN Member States at the opening of the UN Special Summit in New York on 25 September, the Division is looking forward to working closely with the Government and to offering its views and recommendations particularly on issues related to human rights. The Commission, during its Work Plan 2016 retreat which was held from 17-19 October, decided that the SDGs would serve as the overarching theme of the Commission’s programmes and activities during the SDG implementation period, given the role that is expected of NHRIs in the SDGs. 45 BOOK-ANR2016-01-latest.indb 45 08/04/2016 3:32 PM