HUMAN RIGHT COMMISSION OF SRI LANKA - Annual report 2020 and trust in the institution, and also illustrate its ability to respond to the needs and concerns of the people of Sri Lanka, which is integral to its effectiveness. UNHCR supported a project aimed at strengthening sub-offices through the provision of infrastructure as well as capacity building. The objective of the project was to enable and strengthen the access of returnee populations, particularly vulnerable and marginalised groups, to the HRCSL to seek remedies for human rights issues, including violations of fundamental rights. The UNDP provided direct financial assistance for the HURIN system, the social media campaign for the International Human Rights Day, formulation of brand guidelines for the Commission, and the development of the new website for the Commission. These activities enabled the HRCSL to strengthen its capacity to effectively respond to the needs of the community and increase its digital reach in order to be accessible to more people. 90

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