From an early age, Ralph Bunche was very concerned about civil rights for African Americans. That concern developed into a broader interest in human rights in the United States and around the world.

Additionally, individual states, through court action or legislation, have often protected human rights not recognized at federal level. For example, Massachusetts was the first of several states to ...

The Jewish obligation to repair the world should make us mindful of the rising tide of authoritarianism at home and abroad.

Why it matters: Miami-area laws, including the Miami Beach ordinance, were cited as examples of human rights violations. Context: A report by the National Homelessness Law Center and the ...

State sovereignty is also not challenged when states uphold particular human rights of all migrants within their territories. For example, international human rights instruments clearly articulate ...

Idaho’s Wassmuth Center for Human Rights is opening its doors to its new building Thursday ... “Unfortunately, we continue to ...

Human rights are based on important principles like dignity, fairness, respect and equality. They protect you in your everyday life regardless of who you are, where you live and how you chose to live ...

Beyond these minimum requirements, companies can make voluntary, positive contributions to support human rights. For example, they can create diverse and inclusive workplaces, invest in communities ...