About HKHRC
About HKHRCThe Hong Kong Human Rights Commission (the Commission) is a coalition of eleven non-governmental organizations including religious, community, women's and students' groups. It was founded in March 1988.
Although coming from different backgrounds, we share in the belief of the dignity and respect of each person and that every man and woman has inherent rights. As the 'Human race is one', the Commission's member organizations consider that mutual respect, equality and freedom form the foundation on which a just, peaceful, and humane society is built.
Over the years, the Commission has endeavoured to promote and protect the human rights of the community. Not only does Hong Kong lack a democratic system, its legislation also allows the government substantial power to maintain soical control. Civilians are forced to submit to this power and therefore justice often fails to prevail. The Commission has been gathering resources in order consolidate civil power. By doing so we hope to arouse public concern to the level where the people will push the government to reform.
Since it was founded, in addition to lobbying for the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments to the law at local level, the Commission has also been submitting reports to UN treaty bodies, attending hearings and lobbying at international level. Recognizing public awareness and participation are vital to the development of human rights, the Commission has promoted human rights education through exhibitions, gatherings in schools and community centres. Although the Commission recognizes that its work has benefited many there is the lingering feeling that much more can be done.