Human Rights First works to eliminate U.S. detention policies that undermine fundamental human rights and fail to address the serious threats posed by international terrorism. On Guantanamo, the NDAA, and beyond, Human Rights First works with military and national security professionals that are committed to establishing U.S. counterterrorism policies based on the rule of law.
Military Detention
Udall Due Process Amendments Would Strengthen Rule of Law, Administration Praised for Stance on Guantanamo
Washington, DC – Human Rights First praises Senator Mark Udall’s (D-CO) proposed amendments to the 2013 defense authorization bill, Amendments…
11-29-2012
Bagram Detainees Deserve Due Process
Washington, DC – Responding to news that the United States will not transfer all Afghan detainees at the Bagram air…
9-10-2012
U.S. Remains Responsible for Humane Treatment of Bagram Detainees Despite Transfer
New York City – On Monday, Sept. 10, the United States is scheduled to hand over most of the Bagram…
9-6-2012















