The National Inquiry formally granted national and/or regional standing to civil society groups on August 17, 2017. In an exchange of letters with the National Inquiry, issues regarding standing and terms of funding are explored.
- Letter from Civil Society Groups to the National Inquiry (2017-08-23 joint NGO letter to Chief Commissioner)
- Letter from the National Inquiry to Civil Society Groups (Response to Letter of August 23, 2017)