Rights-based approaches to development

Rights-based approaches to development begin with the understanding that the purpose of development is the expansion of human freedoms. The key principles of all rights-based approaches are the protection and promotion of rights, accountability of duty bearers, participation and empowerment of rights-holders and non-discrimination and attention to vulnerable groups. In particular, rights-based approaches underscore KIT’s work in Gender-Inclusive Citizenship and Participatory Governance.