What is the Human Rights Commission of Ghana and what is its purpose?

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What is the Human Rights Commission of Ghana and what is its purpose?

The Human Rights Commission of Ghana (HRCC) is an independent national institution established by the Constitution of Ghana in 1992. Its purpose is to promote and protect human rights in Ghana. The HRCC is responsible for investigating human rights violations, monitoring the human rights situation in the country, and providing redress for victims of human rights abuses. It also educates the public on human rights issues, advocates for legislative and policy reforms, and collaborates with other stakeholders to ensure the respect and fulfillment of human rights in Ghana.