HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION OF SRI LANKA, Annual Report 2020 Commission 1.1 Overview of the Commission 1.1.1. Vision A society that recognises diversity and respects the human rights of all. 1.1.2. Mission To provide leadership in Sri Lanka in promoting and protecting human rights, human dignity and the rule of law within a democracy based on the sovereignty of the people. 1.1.3.           Core Values Respect for human dignity Respect for diversity Equality and non-discrimination Peace, truth and justice Independence Accountability Service Humility Integrity Transparency 1.1.4. Strategic focus areas Strategic operational focus areas of the Commission are:  Accessibility of the HRCSL and its services to all people, especially the poor and marginalized  Gender mainstreaming within and through the HRCSL and its programs and services  Recognition of and respect for diversity within the HRCSL and through its programs and services 15