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Introduction
The International System Of Human Rights: An Overview 
(A) The Scope Of Human Rights
(B) Categories Of Human Rights
(C) Human Rights In Relation To Peace And Development
(D) Inventory Of Human Rights Instruments
(E) Supervisory Procedures
PART ONE: GENERAL ASPECTS
The Purposes Of Reporting
(A) The Evolution Of Reporting Procedures
(B) Making The Most Of Reporting
(C) The Functions Served By Reporting.
(D) Concluding Comments
The Preparation And Drafting Of A National Report 
(A) The Need For A Political Commitment
(B) The Reality Of Limited Resources
(C) Adequate Organization And Coordination 
(D) The Burden Of Reporting.
(E) The Contribution Of Non-Governmental Organizations
(F) The Drafting Process
National Reports: Their Submission To Expert Bodies And Follow-Up 
(A) Forms Of Presentation And Adequate Representation
(B) Consideration Of Reports By International Human Rights Bodies 
(C) The Essence Of Dialogue
(D) Necessary Follow-Up Actions
(E) The Role Of Non-Governmental Organizations
Human Rights Information And Documentation
1. The Role Of Information And Documentation
2. Why Devote Resources To Information Gathering And Analysis?
3. Practical Aspects Of Collection And Analysis Of Human Rights Information
4. Creating An Information Management System
5. Conclusion
Annex: Consolidated Guidelines For The Initial Part Of The Reports Of States Parties
PART TWO: HUMAN RIGHTS REPORTING UNDER SIX MAJOR INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS INSTRUMENTS
The International Covenant On Economic, Social And Cultural Rights 
A. The Reporting Process
B. Consideration Of The Reports By The Committee On Economic, Social And Cultural Rights
C. Periodic Reports
The International Covenant On Civil And Political Rights 
A. The Reporting Process
B. Consideration Of Reports By The Human Rights Committee
The International Convention On The Elimination Of All Forms Of Racial Discrimination 
A. The Reporting Process
B. Consideration Of Reports By The Committee On The Elimination Of Racial Discrimination
C. Periodic Reports: The Key Issues
The Convention On The Elimination Of All Forms Of Discrimination Against Women
A. The Reporting Process
B. Considerations Of Reports By The Committee On The Elimination Of Discrimination Against Women
The Convention Against Torture And Other Cruel, Inhuman Or Degrading Treatment Or Punishment 
A. The Reporting Process
B. Consideration Of Reports By The Committee Against Torture
C. The Committee's Investigative Function Pursuant To Article 20 Of The Convention
The Convention On The Rights Of The Child
A. The Reporting Process
B. Consideration Of Reports By The Committee On The Rights Of The Child
C. Periodic Reports
Related Articles In The Six Major International Human Rights Instruments
Bibliography