HRCSL Functions

• Investigate or enquire into any allegation of human rights violations
• Promote respect for human rights through public education and awareness raising Programs
• Publish guidelines, manuals, and other materials on the human rights obligations of public officials and others;
• Cooperate with institutions working in the field of human rights;
• Review existing legislation and advise government on its compliance with international obligations
• Monitor draft legislations, policies, programmes and administrative practices to ensure they comply with human rights principles, standards and obligation;
• Advice and support government in the preparation of treaty body reporting.
• Visit correctional centres and other places of detention to inspect and report on conditions;
• Monitor and document violations of human rights in Sierra Leone; and,
• Publish and present to the President and Parliament an Annual Report on the State of Human Rights in Sierra Leone.