UPR: A Visual Timeline

The UPR process can be complex and at times confusing. The important things to remember are that it's a 5 year cycle process, consisting of 3 key stages.

Let's take a step back and see how things take place chronologically.

Let's start!

Pre-Session Stage

September 16th

CSO's start lobbying through embassies on behalf of their SuR (State Under Review).

Pre-Session Stage

October 2nd

The lobbying Recommending States takes place in Geneva. This year, in-person lobbying has been suspended due to the global health crisis.

Pre-Session Stage

October 13th

A virtual pre-session stage takes place for the United States and Honduras.