Human Rights First

Carlos is finally free & reunited with his family after being disappeared to El Salvador’s CECOT torture prison. We continue to demand transparency, accountability, & the safe return of all who’ve been disappeared without access to due process. Read more: theguardian.com/us-news/2025/j…

NEW REPORT by our @dooley_dooley and @mayafp3 details how people with disabilities in #Ukraine are being left without adequate housing, care, or protection. The report calls on donors to fund local aid efforts and support accessibility reforms. Read here: humanrightsfirst.org/library/nowher…

Our @GillYannick & experts joined partner orgs to brief @CIDH on abuses against migrants, refugees, & asylum seekers. We hope today’s hearing is just the start of global action to address serious human rights violations of U.S. & international law. Press: humanrightsfirst.org/library/inter-…

Human Rights First condemns the US government for forcibly disappearing 252 Venezuelans from the US, violating their right to due process, sending them to torture, & then returning them to their country of persecution. We call for accountability & justice. humanrightsfirst.org/library/human-…

In an alarming move, #Ukraine's parliament voted to strip anti-corruption bodies of independence. "This move seriously undermines national and international trust in Ukraine’s commitment to fighting corruption.” -@humanrights1st Sr. advisor @dooley_dooley⬇️humanrightsfirst.org/library/human-…

Introducing ReadyNow! A free, secure mobile app designed to protect immigrant communities. With one click, users can notify family, friends, and legal aid during an ICE arrest & access critical resources. No one should disappear without a trace. Download: readynow.app.link/download

Human Rights First strongly condemns the decision by the Board of Immigration Appeals denying gender as a basis for asylum. This threatens protection for survivors of gender-based violence and puts refugees at risk of being sent back to danger. humanrightsfirst.org/library/board-…

NEW: Human Rights First condemns the passage of the rescissions package, which slashes $7.9B in foreign aid. "The cruel rescissions package that President Trump signed into law today repudiates U.S. human rights & humanitarian leadership" - @UzraZeya. humanrightsfirst.org/library/human-…

The attack on public education is escalating. Nearly 600 bills threaten oversight, funding & free speech—many replacing real curricula with propaganda under the guise of fighting “indoctrination.” Track the threats at democracywatchtracker.com.

Our CEO @UzraZeya hosted ICT’s Tibetan Youth Leadership Program yesterday for an exchange on advancing Tibetan rights globally. @SaveTibetOrg Youth voices are vital in expanding meaningful global dialogue and ensuring human rights remain a universal fight, not an exclusive one.

Last week our Sr Advisor @dooley_dooley was back in Ukraine with local volunteers evacuating people from the front line. When this war ends and its history is written the sacrifice of these civilians must not be forgotten. humanrightsfirst.org/library/kharki…

Joint statement from CAPAC, CHC, and CBC condemning politically motivated attacks on nonprofit organizations:

Today marks the anniversary of the International Criminal Court—created to hold perpetrators of genocide, war crimes, & crimes against humanity accountable when national systems fail. The #ICC's role is more vital now than ever. Learn more: humanrightsfirst.org/library/q-a-in…

For the anniversary of the International Criminal Court, we highlight Eric Iverson, an #ICC prosecutor whom we represented in a case against the Trump admin for its sanctions on ICC prosecutor Karim Khan. We affirm our support for the ICC & its vital work defending human rights.

Our CEO @UzraZeya joined valued human rights partners in welcoming Ed O’Donovan, Sr. Advisor to the UN Special  Rapporteur for Human Rights Defenders @MaryLawlorhrds. Supporting global HRDs at risk is more important than ever & upholds international peace, security & prosperity.

Our CEO @UzraZeya joined partners in condemning the firing of 1,300+ @StateDept staff — a move that she says will threaten U.S. security, human rights, and global leadership. Human Rights First urges the administration to reverse course and protect U.S. diplomacy.

The civil rights leaders of the past have shown us the power of collective action. That’s why on July 17, five years since the passing of Congressman John Lewis, Americans across the country are coming together to Make Good Trouble. Visit GoodTroubleLivesOn.Org to join us.

The Under Secretary of the Department of Defense for Personnel and Readiness is a critical position that must remain apolitical for the sanctity of our democracy. Anthony Tata's confirmation is an affront to this value and a danger to those he is meant to represent.