Because of the specialized nature of NHRIs, it is unlikely that either the members or the staff of the institution will come to their jobs fully equipped for their new positions. This makes training especially important for NHRI staff. Training should cater to both short-term and longer-term needs, and so should address professional development as a broader objective. Institutions must embrace the notion of achieving excellence: this means members and staff should be known as experts in their fields. Human rights is sues evolve over time and so professional training is part of the“life time of learning” philosophy.