The Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions The Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions (APF) is an independent non-profit organisation that supports, through regional cooperation, the establishment and development of national institutions in order to protect and promote the human rights of the peoples of the region. Established in 1996, the APF is comprised of independent national human rights institutions that have been established in compliance with the minimum standards of the United Nations General Assembly endorsed “Principles relating to the status of National Institutions” (the Paris Principles). The APF plays a unique role in developing human rights dialogue, networks and practical programs of support. With its member institutions the APF is well positioned to directly influence the development of human rights law and practice in the Asia Pacific. The Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions Level 8, 133 Castlereagh Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Telephone: +61 2 9284 9845 Facsimile: +61 2 9284 9825 E-mail: apf@asiapacificforum.net Web: www.asiapacificforum.net 2