ODIHR
ODIHR, the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, is the principal OSCE institution responsible for promoting democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in its member states. Based in Warsaw, Poland, ODIHR was established in 1990 to support democratic reforms and improve electoral processes, human rights protections, and governance across the OSCE area.
Mandate and scope: ODIHR’s core mission is to assist participating states in meeting OSCE commitments on democracy,
Activities: The office conducts long- and short-term election observation missions, provides expert opinions on electoral laws,
Structure and governance: ODIHR is led by a director and management team, with staff organized into thematic
Reception and impact: ODIHR’s election reports are widely cited within the OSCE region and beyond. While praised