Jeddah: The Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) will hold its 26th regular session in Jeddah from December 14 to 18. The session will feature the participation of OIC member and observer states, their national human rights institutions, and experts from relevant international and regional organizations. Senior officials of the OIC General Secretariat and media representatives will also attend.

According to Saudi Press Agency, a full day of discussions will bring together international experts from the United Nations, relevant bodies, and OIC specialized entities, alongside OIC members and observers and their national human rights institutions. This session will serve as a platform for member states, global experts, and stakeholders to examine the human rights dimensions of youth development and address related challenges. Participants will also identify effective measures to empower young people as key drivers of positive change, innovation, and sustainable development across OIC countries.

The second day will host a high-level dialogue dedicated to youth engagement in humanitarian efforts, peacebuilding, and post-conflict development.