Human Rights Impact Assessment

A Human Rights Impact Assessment (HRIA) is a process that evaluates how a project's activities might affect people's fundamental rights, such as safety, health, privacy, and fair treatment. It helps organizations identify potential risks or negative impacts on individuals or communities and develop strategies to prevent or minimize harm. Essentially, HRIA ensures that projects respect and promote human rights throughout their lifecycle, fostering responsible and ethical decision-making. This proactive approach supports social justice, accountability, and sustainable development by aligning business or project actions with human rights standards.