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Human Rights First works in the United States and abroad to promote respect for human rights and the rule of law.
Who Are Human Traffickers? - Human Rights First
Jun 10, 2014 · Human Trafficking: Defining the Phenomenon Human trafficking is a human rights violation that involves the practice of holding another person in compelled service by force, fraud, or coercion. Traffickers profit from this practice by controlling their victims and exploiting them for labor and/or sex. Under U.S. law, human trafficking is defined as “sex trafficking in […]
Statement on the 2024 Presidential Election - Human Rights First
Nov 6, 2024 · Washington, DC – The following is the statement of Human Rights First President and CEO, Sue Hendrickson, on the 2024 presidential election. With the results of the 2024 election, the United States has entered a disturbing and uncertain era. Donald Trump’s return to the presidency could present the United States with one of the greatest […]
The Use and Abuse of Technology - Human Rights First
What We're Doing Our team and allies are building technological solutions to uncover and address human rights abuses, shift the balance of power, and hold violators accountable.
Saving Lives, Ending Inefficiencies - Human Rights First
Jul 9, 2024 · Rather than denying people seeking refuge due process and access to life-saving asylum, the Biden administration and Congress should take steps to address the actual causes of asylum backlogs and delays and to remedy system-wide inefficiencies.
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Authoritarianism - Human Rights First
What We're Doing To counter this trend, we’re using our expertise and influence in government to uncover abuses, hold institutions accountable, and make sure people across continents and circumstances can live without fear of oppression.