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Global Consultations
An unprecedented conference in Geneva unanimously reaffirmed the commitment of the international community to the 1951 Refugee Convention in December 2001. The talks were part of UNHCR's Global Consultations process involving governments, non-governmental organizations, other groups and experts which continued into 2002 with an Agenda for Protection - a series of activities which will serve as a guide in strengthening refugee protection (below).
An unprecedented conference in Geneva unanimously reaffirmed the commitment of the international community to the 1951 Refugee Convention in December 2001. The talks were part of UNHCR's Global Consultations process involving governments, non-governmental organizations, other groups and experts which continued into 2002 with an Agenda for Protection - a series of activities which will serve as a guide in strengthening refugee protection (below).
First track - Meeting of States Parties
The "first track" of the Global Consultations seeks to strengthen the commitment of States to respect the centrality of the 1951 Convention and its 1967 Protocol in the international refugee protection system.
Third track - Executive Committee Meetings
The "third track" of the Consultations is structured around a number of protection policy matters, including issues not adequately covered by the 1951 Convention. Discussions are being held within the framework of UNHCR's Executive Committee.
The "first track" of the Global Consultations seeks to strengthen the commitment of States to respect the centrality of the 1951 Convention and its 1967 Protocol in the international refugee protection system.
Third track - Executive Committee Meetings
The "third track" of the Consultations is structured around a number of protection policy matters, including issues not adequately covered by the 1951 Convention. Discussions are being held within the framework of UNHCR's Executive Committee.
Second track - Expert meetings
The Global Consultations process also provides a forum to take stock of developments in refugee law and to examine a number of emerging issues. This is being done in the “second track” through a series of expert discussions on specific aspects of the interpretation of the 1951 Convention and 1967 Protocol.
Regional Meetings
Conclusions and recommendations from regional meetings held in Pretoria, Ottawa, Macau, Budapest, San José, Cairo and Oslo.
The Global Consultations process also provides a forum to take stock of developments in refugee law and to examine a number of emerging issues. This is being done in the “second track” through a series of expert discussions on specific aspects of the interpretation of the 1951 Convention and 1967 Protocol.
Regional Meetings
Conclusions and recommendations from regional meetings held in Pretoria, Ottawa, Macau, Budapest, San José, Cairo and Oslo.
Follow-up Expert Meetings
To take stock of developments in refugee law and to examine a number of emerging issues, UNHCR, often in cooperation with its partners, is organizing expert meetings.
New Publication: Refugee Protection in International Law
UNHCR’s Global Consultations on International Protection
General
Background documents on the Global Consultations process.
NGO involvement
in the Global Consultations
Prima facie
The newsletter of UNHCR's Department of International Protection. Six special issues covering the Global Consultations.
Signing on could make all the difference
Questions and answers on the 1951 Convention and its 1967 Protocol
How to sign on to the Refugee Convention
Procedures for becoming a party to the 1951 Convention and its 1967 Protocol
The Refugee Voice
As key stakeholders, refugees have contributed positively to the Global Consultations process.
Solutions for Africa
The final report on an informal meeting held during the Global Consultations conference in Geneva discussing "new approaches and partnerships for protection and solutions for Africa."
To take stock of developments in refugee law and to examine a number of emerging issues, UNHCR, often in cooperation with its partners, is organizing expert meetings.
New Publication: Refugee Protection in International LawUNHCR’s Global Consultations on International Protection
General
Background documents on the Global Consultations process.
NGO involvement
in the Global Consultations
Prima facie
The newsletter of UNHCR's Department of International Protection. Six special issues covering the Global Consultations.
Signing on could make all the difference
Questions and answers on the 1951 Convention and its 1967 Protocol
How to sign on to the Refugee ConventionProcedures for becoming a party to the 1951 Convention and its 1967 Protocol
The Refugee Voice
As key stakeholders, refugees have contributed positively to the Global Consultations process.
Solutions for Africa
The final report on an informal meeting held during the Global Consultations conference in Geneva discussing "new approaches and partnerships for protection and solutions for Africa."