Nonprofit

The Advocates for Human Rights


  • Mission

    The mission of The Advocates for Human Rights is to implement international human rights standards in order to promote civil society and reinforce the rule of law. By involving volunteers in research, education, and advocacy, we build broad constituencies in the United States and select global communities.

    About Us

    The Advocates for Human Rights helps individuals fully realize their human rights in the United States and around the world. For over 30 years, The Advocates’ innovative programming has touched the lives of refugees and immigrants, women, ethnic and religious minorities, children, and other marginalized communities whose rights are at risk. The Advocates strengthens accountability mechanisms, raises awareness, and fosters tolerance. Adapting traditional human rights methodologies to conduct cutting-edge research, The Advocates has produced 75 reports documenting human rights practices in 25 countries.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Human Rights & Civil Liberties
    • Immigrants or Refugees
    • International Relations
    • Legal Assistance
    • Women

    Location & Contact

    • 6123413302
    • 330 2nd Avenue South, Suite #800, Minneapolis, Minnesota, US
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