The National Commission for Investigation organizes a training workshop on international law and investigation methodologies.

National Commission for Investigating Human Rights Violations Conducts Training Workshop

The National Commission for Investigating Allegations of Human Rights Violations, in collaboration with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, organized a training workshop today in the temporary capital, Aden.

Workshop Objectives and Duration

This four-day workshop aims to enhance the capabilities of the commission’s assistant investigators. Participants will learn about the legal classification of violations, evidence collection and analysis, and the preparation of investigation files. Additionally, the workshop will cover relevant international and national legal frameworks, civilian protection, individual and leadership accountability, investigation planning methodologies, interview techniques, witness credibility assessment, evidence collection, and preservation, among other related topics.

Importance of Capacity Building

Judge Ahmed Al-Maflahi, the head of the National Commission for Investigating Human Rights Violations, emphasized the significance of developing the commission’s personnel skills. He stated that improving the accuracy and efficiency of investigations ensures proper documentation of violations based on sound legal analysis. This, in turn, supports the preservation of victims’ rights and aids in the pursuit of justice.

UN Representative Highlights National Capacity

Ahmed Suleiman, the resident representative of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights in Yemen, stressed the importance of strengthening national capacities to investigate human rights violations.

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