Why is there a need for an Additional Protocol? What is the purpose of the Additional Protocol? Does the lack of legal safeguards cause significant abuse? Does the Draft Protocol discriminate against persons with mental disorder?

Draft Additional Protocol concerning the protection of human rights and dignity of persons with mental disorder with regard to involuntary placement and involuntary treatment and its Draft Explanatory report

Frequently asked questions on the Draft Additional Protocol concerning the protection of human rights and dignity of persons with mental disorder with regard to involuntary placement and involuntary treatment

Joint communication from UN Special Rapporteurs concerning the Draft Additional Protocol

Reply to the joint communication from UN Special Rapporteurs