In 2010, UNDP and OHCHR launched a Toolkit for UNCTs on how to support NHRIs. The Toolkit was developed by two international experts under the auspices of a steering committee with OHCHR and UNDP representatives, as well as NHRI representatives from Denmark, India, South Africa and Uganda. It is an unusual and valuable resource because it was developed with NHRIs, and with United Nations staff from country offices, regional centres and headquarters in order to anchor the document in recent and practical experience. The Toolkit brings conceptual consistency and methodological coherence to the assistance that the United Nations and human rights practitioners worldwide bring to NHRIs. It provides guidance and tools to strengthen the cooperation between OHCHR and UNDP in their support to NHRIs, based on a common understanding of the policy and approach to follow in supporting independent and effective NHRIs in line with the Paris Principles. National human rights institutions can also support United Nations agencies in addressing issues of inclusion and participation of minorities in the socio-economic and political life of the country. Conclusion Human rights are a core concern for the United Nations and NHRIs are key mechanisms through which human rights are achieved. The United Nations has increased its activities in the establishment and strengthening of NHRIs in conformity with the Paris Principles as an important element in securing human rights at the national level. As part of its 2008-2009 Strategic Management Plan, OHCHR developed indicators of success that include the number of NHRIs accredited with “A” status, or the number that improve their accreditation status, and the number and proportion of countries where NHRIs and civil society submit information to treaty bodies, special procedures and the Human Rights Council in the context of the universal periodic review. The increased United Nations focus on NHRIs has been matched by the growing international involvement of NHRIs themselves, as well as by their more effective efforts to organize themselves internationally and regionally. 10