DEFENDING THE RIGHT TO FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION.
Freedom of opinion and freedom ofexpression are indispensable conditions for the full development of the person. They constitute the foundation stone for every free and democratic society. DEFENDING THE RIGHT TO FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION: THE ROLE OF THE UNITED NATIONS SPECIAL RAPPORTEUR The Special Rapporteur is an independent expert mandated to promote and protect the right to freedom of opinion and expression. The Special Rapporteur: • transmits urgent appeals and letters of allegation to States and others on alleged violations of freedom of opinion and expression. • undertakes fact-finding country visits to assess freedom of expression issues in countries. • submits annual reports to the Human Rights Council and the General Assembly, providing analysis and recommendations on thematic challenges and concerns associated with the exercise of freedom of expression globally. GUIDELINES FOR THE SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION TO THE SPECIAL RAPPORTEUR : Non-governmental organ...