Section 3.3 - Qualities and Skills of Systemic Monitors
Here are some of the many of the qualities and skills of a good systemic Monitor:
- Objectivity
- Observing things as they are and not judging them according to personal views or expectations. Not expressing personal opinions when reporting.
- Commitment
- Being dedicated to protecting and promoting human rights and to performing the tasks of a Monitor.
- Social and political awareness
- Being aware of political and legal structures and possible tensions.
- Broad Knowledge / Information
- Having knowledge of human rights and disability rights, along with the requirements of the DRPI Template.
- Thoroughness
- Being extensive and exhaustive in the search.
- Accuracy and Precision
- Providing precise information and well-documented reports, avoiding vague references and general descriptions.
- Being Willing to Connect:
- Demonstrate the willingness to connect with other who have knowledge
Words to Remember:
The challenges we have to confront in the promotion of the human rights of people with disabilities is to make it appear as what they are, in common sense. When we talk with governments, politicians or academics about human rights and persons with disabilities they think we are talking about something from outer space. The principles of human rights are common sense. All of us want to be treated on an equal level with others and all of us want to be treated with inherent dignity.
Lauro Purcil of the Philippines, July 9th, 2011
DRPI Asia-Pacific Regional Training, Thailand