On human rights, the United States must be a beacon. America is strongest when our policies and actions match our values.More

Syrian Refugees

Report | February 29, 2016

The Syrian Refugee Crisis and the Need for U.S. Leadership

Transcript | January 20, 2016

Media Briefing on American “SAFE” Act

Report | December 09, 2015

Harris Poll: Americans Want Stronger U.S. Leadership on Key Human Rights Issues

Factsheet | December 01, 2015

Fact Sheet: American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act

Letter | November 23, 2015

Letter: U.S. Resettlement of Syrian and Iraqi refugees

Transcript | February 10, 2015

Elisa Massimino Keynote Address on the Case for American Leadership on Human Rights

Letter | September 23, 2014

Letter to President Obama on Visit to U.N.

Factsheet | July 10, 2014

FAQ: The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and Authorities for the Use of Military Force

Opinions | April 02, 2014

The Guardian: America has resettled 121 of Syria's 2m refugees. We must do better – now

Letter | March 11, 2014

Letter to Obama about Saudi Influence on Regional Human Rights Conditions

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Our Impact

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Human Rights First is a premier institution devoted to the noblest of all causes.

” — Senator John McCain (R-AZ)

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Our soldiers on the ground with local interpreters who risk their lives to help us.

Protecting our Allies

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Some of our partner retired generals and admirals against torture.

Keeping the Door Closed on Torture