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Human Rights Center

Charting the Frontiers of Research and Advocacy

The Human Rights Center creates a positive change through research, education and dialogue. At the heart of a global human rights community, we're committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice, between scholars and practitioners.

Established in 2013, UD's Human Rights Center is a global hub, made up of a vibrant human rights community, dedicated to making a real-world impact through research, education and advocacy.

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Our Signature Events
Human Rights Day SPHR 2026

Social Practice of Human Rights Conference link-arrow link-arrow

The biennial Social Practice of Human Rights (SPHR) conference provides a unique space for scholars and practitioners to engage in collaboration, dialogue and critical analysis of human rights advocacy and practice, locally and globally.

Saint Oscar Romero

Romero Human Rights Award link-arrow link-arrow

The Romero Human Rights Award commemorates the ministry and martyrdom of the slain Salvadoran Archbishop and honors an individual or organization whose work has contributed significantly to the alleviation of human suffering and injustice.

Student Growth and Involvement

Human Rights Academics

UD offers undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as individual courses, allowing all students to study human rights.

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Fellowships

Through fellowships, undergraduate and graduate students have opportunities to gain real-world experience.

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Experiential Learning

Students have multiple opportunities to get involved with human rights on campus through student-led organizations and cross-cultural immersions.

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Human Rights Center Projects

Through Human Rights Center projects like Abolition Ohio and the Moral Courage Project, students gain valuable experience while making a positive impact.

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Human Rights
9.27.2026
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My Summer Spent on the Smiling Coast link-arrow link-arrow

My experience in The Gambia has had many highs and lows, and it was all worth it in the end. I took the small victories where I could find them, learned from the challenges that I faced, and allowed the experience to change me.
Human Rights
9.27.2026
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The Commonplace of a Remote Research Internship link-arrow link-arrow

I bring to you a short commonplace book of pieces that taught, supported, and challenged me throughout my experience working remotely for the Augsburg Peace Transfer Center.
Human Rights
9.27.2026
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Sustainability Experience in The Gambia link-arrow link-arrow

My summer in The Gambia took me beyond what I had learned about sustainability in the classroom. Through my work with SESCO and my experiences outside of the office, I gained a new perspective on renewable energy, sustainability, and life in The Gambia.