Center for Human Rights and International Justice

The Center for Human Rights and International Justice opens in a new tab is dedicated to promoting human rights and international justice through innovative research, education, and advocacy. The Center works to equip students and collaborate with partners worldwide to address some of the world's most pressing human rights challenges.

Operating at the intersection of academic theory and real-world practice, the Center fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among scholars, practitioners, and students. By bridging these worlds, we aim to advance justice, support the rule of law, and protect human dignity across the globe.

Academic Programs and Student Opportunities

The Center for Human Rights and International Justice provides multidisciplinary educational pathways and professional development opportunities designed to cultivate the next generation of human rights leaders:

• Undergraduate Minor in Human Rights: Offering a comprehensive, interdisciplinary curriculum that allows students to explore the history, philosophy, and legal frameworks of human rights, alongside practical advocacy strategies.

• Fellowships and Internships: Providing funding for hands-on internships where students can intern with international courts, human rights tribunals, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and policy institutions globally.

• Education and Advocacy Training: Supporting student research projects and hosting seminars, workshops, and speaker events featuring leading international jurists, activists, and scholars.

Research Frontiers and Global Initiatives

Research and advocacy at the Center span several core initiative areas, focusing on systemic issues and seeking practical, policy-oriented solutions:

• International Justice and Transitional Justice: Monitoring international courts and tribunals, supporting rule of law initiatives, and documenting human rights abuses to foster accountability in post-conflict societies.

• Human Trafficking and Migrant Rights: Researching the root causes of trafficking and forced labor, evaluating policy interventions, and advocating for survivor-centered legal protections.

• Technology and Human Rights: Analyzing the impact of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and surveillance on human rights, and developing frameworks to protect civil liberties in the digital age.

• Gender and Justice: Investigating systematic gender-based violence and discrimination, and supporting regional and international efforts to secure gender equality.