Human Rights Educators USA

Human rights are the basic standards each of us needs to live with dignity, freedom, equality, justice , and peace . Everyone is entitled to these rights, without discrimination . Human Rights Education (HRE)  is a key part of any strategy to achieve long-term social change that ensures that we are all able to enjoy our human rights equally and without discrimination. HRE promotes values, beliefs, and attitudes that encourage all individuals to uphold their own rights and those of others. It develops an understanding of everyone’s common responsibility to make human rights a reality in each community. 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 our growing HRE community. HRE USA operates on a very lean budget and staff. The bulk of the work conducted in our activities and projects is done through the in-kind donation of time and energy given by our dedicated members. Your tax-deductible donation of any size will help us continue to advocate for and further develop programming that supports human rights education across the United States.   HRE USA is a fiscally sponsored project of the Center for Transformative Action, a 501(c)3 organization. Checks should be made out to the Center for Transformative Action and mailed to The Center for Transformative Action, Attn: HRE USA, P.O. Box 760, Ithaca, NY.

Human Rights Educators USA works to support its network members through professional development opportunities. One of the most extensive HRE USA learning opportunities is through our Training As Action Series (TAAS), now in its fourth year. Human Rights Educators USA’s annual TAAS is a virtual training series focused on bridging personal and collective action on the critical human rights issues of today. TAAS creates an educational space to connect and collaborate with others in human rights education and training. It also gives participants the skills, resources, and tools needed to take action on human rights issues in their communities. The 2025–2026 Training as Action Series will center on the theme:** “Defending Democracy and Human Rights in a Changing World.” This year’s sessions will explore how human rights education can equip individuals and communities to navigate and respond to today’s most pressing civic challenges. Topics will include misinformation and media literacy, protest and civic participation rights, digital surveillance, climate justice, teaching in polarized contexts, and inclusive, community-rooted strategies for democratic engagement. The series will continue to highlight youth and grassroots leadership while offering practical tools for educators, advocates, and organizers working at the intersection of rights and civic action. Become a co-sponsor today and help support the 2025-2026 series. All co-sponsors will have the opportunity to have their organization’s logo displayed on promotional materials. You can donate through the link above, request an invoice, or write a check made out to the Center for Transformative Action and mailed to The Center for Transformative Action, Attn: HRE USA, P.O. Box 760, Ithaca, NY. For more information, contact kristi@hreusa.org .