# Dominican Republic institutional reform initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-institutional-reform-initiatives > Updated: 2026-08-30T18:23:50.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 3. The Dominican Republic has undertaken several initiatives to strengthen its institutional frameworks for integrity and human rights. In late July 2026, the General Directorate of Ethics and Governmental Integrity (DIGEIG) expanded the National Integrity System by swearing in over 100 Government Integrity Commissions and Integrity Officers. This expansion brought the system to 213 institutions and 17 local governments. Following this, the DIGEIG launched a public consultation for the 2026–2036 National Integrity Strategy, seeking input from citizens, NGOs, and the private sector to guide an agenda focused on transparency, open government, and justice integrity. By late August 2026, the Ministry of Justice began organizing consultations to develop regulations for a National Human Rights System. This initiative seeks to create an institutional framework for coordinating human rights policies through dialogue with civil society organizations and representatives of vulnerable populations. During the first round of consultations, the Center for Research for Women's Action (CIPAF) participated, with executive director Syra Taveras advocating for a system based on international standards to bridge the gap between recognized rights and the lived realities of citizens. Minister of Justice Antoliano Peralta Romero emphasized the importance of incorporating civil society experiences into the system's construction. Subsequently, the Ministry of Justice convened a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs involving approximately 60 representatives from various government branches and constitutional bodies. Under the ‘Build our National Human Rights System’ initiative, participants analyzed proposed regulations to improve inter-institutional articulation. Minister Peralta Romero noted that integrating different state institutions is essential for the system's effective implementation. ## Claims - Minister of Justice Antoliano Peralta Romero emphasized the importance of integrating state institutions to ensure the system's articulation and functioning. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Vice Minister of Human Rights Noel Sued Canahuate presented the main components, focus, and objectives of the proposed system. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Ministry of Justice convened the first high-level meeting to analyze the proposed Regulation of the National Human Rights System. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Approximately 60 representatives from the government, state powers, and constitutional bodies attended the meeting. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 'Build our National Human Rights System' initiative seeks to create a national coordination mechanism for human rights. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-30: Dominican Republic officials meet to develop National Human Rights System The Dominican Republic's Ministry of Justice held its first meeting with 60 state representatives to develop a new National Human Rights System regulation and coordination mechanism. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-officials-meet-to-develop-national-human-rights-system ### 2026-08-27: Dominican Republic initiates consultations for National Human Rights System CIPAF joined the Dominican Republic's Ministry of Justice in consultations to build a National Human Rights System, advocating for inclusive policies and effective civil society participation. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-initiates-consultations-for-national-human-rights-system ### 2026-07-31: Dominican Republic strengthens integrity system with oath ceremony and public consultation Dominican Republic’s DIGEIG swore in over 100 integrity commissions and launched a public consultation for the 2026‑2036 National Integrity Strategy, aiming to strengthen transparency and anti‑corruption across 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-strengthens-integrity-system-with-oath-ceremony-and-public-consultation --- Cite as: Dominican Republic institutional reform initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-institutional-reform-initiatives