WHO ARE WE?
The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) is a national human rights institution which was established under section 242 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.
It is an Independent Commission whose mandates are (a) to protect, promote and enforce human rights (b) protecting the public from abuse of power and maladministration by the state and public institutions: and their officials.
BACKGROUND TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COMMISSION
The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) was created by the Global Political Agreement (GPA) which was signed by the three major political actors (ZANU PF and two MDC formations) in 2008 and was given effect by Constitution Amendment 19 and specifically section 100R of the former Constitution. It is now established by the current Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 20) Act 2013, [Chapter 12], commonly referred to as “Independent Commissions Supporting Democracy” and sections 242-244 of the same. Its implementation framework is the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission Act [Chapter 10:30] which was promulgated on the 12th of October, 2012.
OUR MISSION
To protect, promote and enforce human rights and administrative justice of all people in Zimbabwe in accordance with the Constitution and international human rights standards.
OUR VISION
A Zimbabwean society where human rights and administrative justice are fully enjoyed by everyone.
CORE VALUES
Fearlessness, Accessibility, Independence, Responsiveness, Professionalism, Integrity, Inclusivity.
OUR PARTNERS
