Liberia, Nov. 4 -- A regional convening in Cotonou will bring West and Central African stakeholders together to shape a more responsive, inclusive, and effective human rights system.

Human rights in West and Central Africa stand at a critical crossroads. While countries have adopted laws and established institutions to protect human rights, many people continue to face conflict, economic hardship, inequality, restrictions on civic space and environmental destruction. The gap between commitments and people's everyday experiences raises an urgent question: How can Africa build a human rights system that responds to today's challenges while preparing for the future?

This question will take center stage at the regional convening on Reimagin...