Founded in 2011, Human Rights Educators USA (HRE USA) is a growing network dedicated to building a culture of human rights by providing an innovative forum for HRE practitioners and supporters to learn, network, and exchange professional expertise and better serve the HRE community.
HRE USA is guided by the core human rights principles of human dignity, equality, and non-discrimination, as articulated in the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We believe that effective human rights education is transformative: it empowers individuals and communities and promotes the respect for and embodiment of these values in daily life.
To fulfill our mission, we work alongside our members and partners to build a national movement for human rights education, advocate for the integration of international human rights standards into educational systems, and promote supportive national and regional policies. We aim to embed human rights education in curricula, teacher training, and pedagogy by developing resources for educators and contributing to research in the field.
To learn more about our mission, our strategic priorities, and how human rights education fuels broader social justice efforts, visit(https://hreusa.org)hreusa.org. You can also follow us on social media for the latest updates on our projects, events, and community initiatives.
If you believe in the power of education to advance justice and equity, please consider making a donation today. Your support helps us train the next generation of human rights leaders and expand the reach of human rights education across the country.
Fundraisers
Human Rights Educators USA General Fund
- Raised
- $29,827
- Next milestone
- $40,000
2026 Kirby Edmonds Summer Fellowships: The Future is Now
- Raised
- $2,200
- Next milestone
- $2,500
Donors
- Pranav Raju
I am supporting Human Rights Educators USA because I believe education is one of the most powerful tools for change. They're equipping people and especially youth with the knowledge and skills to stand up for human rights and create stronge...
Kristi and Eric Rudelius-Palmer 1The 2021-25 Edmonds Fellows have inspired us through their incredible talents, hard work, and dedication to human rights education, action, and learning! We are honored to support the 6th year of Edmonds Fellows in 2026!
Sandra Sohcot 1HRE USA is doing vital work to bring human rights education to the forefront of education and community initiatives, especially in doing so in collaboration with young people.
Rosemary Blanchard Kirby Edmonds stood strong and stood compassionate with a living commitment to Human Rights for All. The Edmonds Fellows continue his legacy.
Kristi Rudelius-Palmer Nancy Flowers is an incredible inspiration and continues to mentor the human rights education movement to grow and develop! Thanks, Nancy!
Meredith Hood 1I am so grateful for every opportunity HRE USA has given me! It is a pleasure to pay it forward.