The present report focuses on the use of indicators in realizing economic, social and cultural rights. The analysis is built on the conceptual and methodological framework for human rights indicators developed by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the United Nations treaty bodies. Chapter II describes the notion of human rights indicators. Chapter III addresses the rationale for the use of indicators for implementing and monitoring economic, social and cultural rights. Chapter IV summarizes some methodological, institutional and practical considerations necessary for the effective use of human rights indicators. Chapter V illustrates the role of indicators in the implementation of economic, social and cultural rights. Chapter VI highlights recent practice of the United Nations human rights mechanisms in using indicators in the area of economic, social and cultural rights. Chapter VII suggests ways in which to advance the work in this area.