Palestinian Center for Human Rights (PCHR)
Based in Gaza, PCHR monitors and documents violations of international human rights and humanitarian law, provides legal aid, and advocates before international bodies.
The Palestinian Center for Human Rights was established in Gaza in 1995 by a group of Palestinian lawyers and human rights activists. It holds Special Consultative Status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and is an affiliate of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH).
PCHR’s work includes monitoring Israeli military operations, documenting civilian casualties, providing legal aid to detainees and their families, and submitting cases to international tribunals and UN mechanisms. During escalations in Gaza, PCHR publishes daily updates that are widely relied on by journalists, diplomats, and researchers.
Why it matters
- Gaza-based documentation with legal expertise and international standing.
- Detailed casualty reports and incident tracking.
- Advocacy before the UN Human Rights Council and the International Criminal Court.
Key resources
Cited work
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