Guyana (UNDAF 2006-2010)

In Guyana, the UNDAF outcomes and country programme outcomes reflect equitable access with clear, time-bound targets essential for monitoring the realization of human rights and for accountability. See outcome 1: “By 2010 there will be at least 10 per cent increase in the proportion of Guyanese accessing quality services in education, health, water and sanitation, and housing, with capabilities enhanced to maximize available opportunities.”

The UNDAF outcome promotes quality services, rather than coverage alone, consistent with the international human rights standards. While it could have been strengthened further to focus explicitly on the most disadvantaged groups. It is noteworthy in recognizing capability improvement and the importance of people being able to claim their rights.

For more detailed discussion of the United Nations Development Group’s appraisal of this and other UNDAFs from a human rights perspective, see http://www.undg.org.