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policy framework action plan had been brought forward for discussion in Parliament in
2014.
117. In concluding, the delegation of Jamaica expressed appreciation for the constructive
and frank nature of the recommendations, some of which were innovative. Jamaica was
actively pursuing the establishment of a national human rights institution, which was a
priority, based on the Paris Principles. It stated that Jamaica was making strides in the area
of justice reform, especially regarding the criminal justice system. It also noted progress
made in the many areas of human rights and said that it would not spare any effort, despite
the challenging financial situation as a small island and developing State, to improve the
level of human rights and the enjoyment of rights by all its citizens.
II. Conclusions and recommendations
118. The recommendations formulated during the interactive dialogue listed below
have been examined by Jamaica and enjoy the support of Jamaica:
118.1
Continue the momentum to reduce incidences of HIV/AIDS by public
education and campaigns (Trinidad and Tobago);
118.2
Redouble its efforts to establish the national human rights institution,
in line with the Paris Principles (Indonesia);
118.3
Early establishment and early operationalization of the national
human rights institution (Mauritius);
118.4
Strengthen its institutional framework to ensure harmonization of its
national legislation with its international obligations in the area of human
rights, and undertake the process of establishing a national human rights
institution in accordance with the Paris Principles (Niger);
118.5
Hasten the establishment of a national human rights institution in
line with the Paris Principles (Nigeria);
118.6
Step up its efforts to establish a national human rights institution that
is compliant to the Paris Principles (Philippines);
118.7
Intensify its efforts to establish a national human rights institution
(Rwanda);
118.8
Manifest, as soon as possible, the commitment of the Jamaican
Government to establish a national human rights institution, in line with the
Paris Principles (Senegal);
118.9
Continue its efforts to implement all measures related to the
protection of rights of women, children and disabled persons (Democratic
Republic of the Congo);
118.10
Continue efforts that promote and protect the rights of women, with
emphasis on the incorporation of a gender perspective in law and in public
policies, and pursuing measures to combat violence against women (Colombia);
118.11
Invest the necessary resources to ensure the effective socialisation and
implementation of its national policy on gender equality and the national
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