Human Rights First is an independent advocacy and action organization that challenges America to live up to its ideals. They believe American leadership is essential in the global struggle for human rights, so they press the U.S. government and private companies to respect human rights and the rule of law. When they fail, they step in to demand reform, accountability and justice. Around the world, they work where they can best harness American influence to secure core freedoms.

They know it is not enough to expose and protest injustice, so they create the political environment and policy solutions necessary to ensure consistent respect for human rights. Whether they are protecting refugees, combating torture, or defending persecuted minorities, they focus not on making a point, but on making a difference. For more than 35 years, they’ve built bipartisan coalitions and teamed up with frontline activists and lawyers to tackle global challenges that demand American leadership.

Human Rights First is a non-profit, nonpartisan international human rights organization based in New York, Washington D.C. and Houston. To maintain our independence, we accept no government funding.