Tool 1: Principles of a HRCLD Approach – pull out & checklist When to use Purpose Time Resources Throughout A guide for HRCLD practitioners to stay principles focused Various Principles checklist Participation Self-determination Link to rights Principles of a HRCLDS Approach Transformation Accountability Non-discrimination Participation: Emphasis on the participation of people in decisions that affect them. Link to rights: Linking decision-making at every level to community cultural values and human rights standards, balancing rights where necessary, prioritising those of the most vulnerable. Accountability: Listening and regularly reporting to the community. Non-Discrimination: Ensuring the equitable enjoyment of rights and obligations for all, including moving from a focus on ‘need’ to a focus on the fulfilment of ‘rights’. Transformation: Facilitating change by ensuring that all enjoy their rights and act on their responsibilities – building a ‘human rights community’ grounded in the community’s cultural values. Self-determination: Supporting people to take control of their lives by understanding the issues they are facing using a human rights lens based on their community values and developing strategies to act on these issues. APF HRCLD Guide 65