Take Action
Defending freedom and strengthening democracy requires collective action. Human Rights First brings together advocates, policymakers, and communities across the United States and internationally to advance practical solutions that protect fundamental rights and uphold the rule of law.
There are many ways to take action. Whether you advocate for policy change, support our work with a donation, or join conversations that bring diverse voices together, your participation helps ensure that justice and democracy prevail.
Support the Work
The work of Human Rights First is powered by supporters who believe that freedom, dignity, and the rule of law must be defended. Your contribution helps protect people facing persecution, strengthen democratic institutions, and advance practical solutions that uphold human rights. There are many ways to support Human Rights First, including making an online donation, giving through donor-advised funds, corporate matching programs, planned giving, and other partnership opportunities. Every gift helps advance practical solutions that defend freedom, protect the targeted, and strengthen democracy. Learn more about different ways to donate.
Advocate for Change
Take meaningful advocacy actions that support individuals, communities, and policies advancing international human rights, immigration and refugee protection, and democracy. Through the Human Rights First Action Center, you can contact elected officials, support key policies, and stand with people facing injustice at the local, state, and national levels.
Join the Conversation
Human Rights First convenes people across sectors, ideologies, regions, and communities to advance practical solutions that protect rights and uphold the rule of law. Our events are spaces for dialogue, coalition-building, and action.
Volunteer
If you are an attorney, interpreter, student, medical, or mental health professional, we encourage you to volunteer with Human Rights First.