Art. 3 Tasks
1. With a view to promoting human rights in Switzerland, the center undertakes the following
tasks:
a. information and documentation;
b. research;
c. preparation of opinions and recommendations;
d. promoting dialogue and collaboration between departments and organizations involved in
the implementation and promotion of human rights;
e. education and awareness-raising on human rights;
f. exchanges at the international level.
3. The NHRI does not carry out any public administration tasks.
Art. 4 Provision of services
Within the framework of its tasks, the NHRI provides, against payment, services to authorities
and private persons.
Art. 5 Pluralist representation of relevant social forces
The various social forces involved in the implementation and promotion of human rights are
represented within the organization of the NHRI.
Art. 6 Contract
1. The financial assistance of the Confederation is paid on the basis of an indefinite-term
contract.
2. The contract shall govern, in particular, the amount of the operating grant, the payment
terms and the grounds for termination.
3. The Federal Council shall designate the administrative unit responsible for the conclusion
and implementation of the contract.
Art. 7 Report
1. Every year, the NHRI prepares an activity report for the Federal Chambers.
2. The report is published.
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