The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan () (HRCP) is an independent, democratic non-profit organisation. Founded in 1987, it is one of the oldest human rights organisations in the country. HRCP is committed to monitoring, protecting and promoting human rights in Pakistan. It is not associated with the government or with any political party. Mission HRCP's goal is to realise the entire body of human rights, as defined in international instruments, by all citizens of Pakistan as well as all persons present otherwise in the country. This goal applies without any distinction or discrimination on grounds of gender, race, belief or religion, domicile, disability, socioeconomic status, and sexual identity or orientation. It applies particularly to vulnerable or disadvantaged groups, such as women, children, members of ethnic and religious minorities, workers, peasants and victims of human rights abuses. Scope of work HRCP's scope of work includes: Advocacy campaigns to raise public awareness of human rights through publications, workshops, public meetings and rallies. Focusing attention onto areas in which human rights have been denied or violated, by collecting, publishing and disseminating data. Organising special fact-finding missions to probe the more serious violations of rights. Lobbying with the appropriate authorities to introduce and implement measures designed to check human rights abuse and promote respect for human rights by offering concrete alternatives. Providing redress to victims of human rights abuse by referring complaints and grievances to the authorities concerned and by extending legal aid in special cases or those that affect collective interests. Promoting democratic governance and the rule of law by generating ideas and pressure for (a) constitutional and legal reforms, (b) participatory democracy and communities’ role in governance, (c) fair electoral processes, (d) the independence of the judiciary and legal profession, (e) pro-people administration, and (f) minimum standards for law enforcement agencies with respect to the use of force and protection of the rights of litigants and detainees. Training and mobilising activists to promote awareness, advocacy and intervention. Networking and cooperation with similar organisations, both domestic and international, on broad human rights themes as well as specific issues. Liaising with the United Nations system, including the Universal Periodic Review, to exchange ideas on the areas listed above. Structure HRCP comprises over 5,000 members across Pakistan and is governed by an executive council elected by its members. The organisation's secretariat is based in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. It has seven regional offices in Gilgit, Hyderabad,