Functions of the Human Rights Commission.

(1) The commission shall have the following functions— (a) to investigate, at its own initiative or on a complaint made by any person or group of persons against the violation of any human right; (b) to visit jails, prisons, and places of detention or related facilities with a view to assessing and inspecting conditions of the inmates and make recommendations; (c) to establish a continuing programme of research, education and information to enhance respect of human rights; (d) to recommend to Parliament effective measures to promote human rights, including provision of compensation to victims of violations of human rights or their families; (e) to create and sustain within society the awareness of the provisions of this Constitution as the fundamental law of the people of Uganda; (f) to educate and encourage the public to defend this Constitution at all times against all forms of abuse and violation; (g) to formulate, implement and oversee programmes intended to inculcate in the citizens of Uganda awareness of their civic responsibilities and an appreciation of their rights and obligations as free people; (h) to monitor the Government’s compliance with international treaty and convention obligations on human rights; and (i) to perform such other functions as may be provided by law. (2) The Uganda Human Rights Commission shall publish periodic reports on its findings and submit annual reports to Parliament on the state of human rights and freedoms in the country. (3) In the performance of its functions, the Uganda Human Rights Commission shall— (a) establish its operational guidelines and rules of procedure; (b) request the assistance of any department, bureau, office, agency or person in the performance of its functions; and (c) observe the rules of natural justice.