Summary

The international human rights obligations of a State extend to all levels of government — national, regional, and local — and to any exercise of governmental authority. Many cities and local governments around the World have taken meaningful initiatives for protecting and promoting human rights. These practices are examples for local, regional and city officials and decision-makers for establishing local laws and policies that are in line with State obligations, promoting equality, participation, sound governance, building trust with inhabitants and addressing local and global challenges in a sustainable way.