Compendium of International Legal Instruments and Other Intergovernmental Commitments Concerning Core Civil Society Rights

Global civil society alliance, CIVICUS, has released a revised version of what is probably the world’s most comprehensive compilation of commitments made by governments on civil society rights. Originally released in 2008, and now fully updated, the compendium consolidates various international standards and commitments made by governments at the regional and global levels to protect civil society and ensure participation in public processes. In addition to collating relevant portions of major UN documents, the compendium also includes commitments made by regional bodies such as the Arab League and select groupings like the Commonwealth. It supports CIVICUS’ efforts to constantly strive for new and innovative means to enhance the ability and reach of the civil society sector.