
Purpose
Human Writes is a platform for human rights analysis and advocacy, supported by the University of Minnesota Human Rights Program (HRP) and organized by its Undergraduate Working Group. It is an outlet for the student body to express, address, and advocate for issues pertaining to human rights. Human Writes is dedicated to challenging injustice, uplifting the dignity of individuals, promoting inclusivity, and amplifying young and emerging voices within the human rights advocacy movement.
News / Blog
Equal Opportunities for All: Promoting the Human Rights of Women in the MENA Region
Gender affects access to power, rights, social involvement, and political representation, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Women in the MENA region face disparities in access to education, positions of power, and are at a higher risk of being a victim of gender-based violence compared to other regions of the world... Read more
Nanjing’s Women, Sudan’s Survivors: Ending Rape as a Weapon of War
Every year on December 13, the bustling city of Nanjing, located in China’s eastern Jiangsu Province, comes to a standstill. Cars stop and honk. Pedestrian traffic freezes. The national flag flutters at half-mast. This vibrant provincial capital, home to roughly nine million people, holds a significant place in Chinese history.... Read more
Empowering Youth Voting: The League of Women Voters and Human Rights
You’ve heard of the Justice League, you’ve heard of the Major League, and you’ve probably heard of the Minor League, but you’re about to hear about the greatest league in American democracy: the League of Women Voters. The League has been a shining star of democracy since 1920... Read more
Safety and Security: Two Different Futures?
My internship with the Nonviolent Peaceforce team in Minneapolis, Minnesota marked a pivotal moment in my life's path. As I stepped into the role of Development and Communications intern, the very essence of the organization's name sparked a profound curiosity within me... Read more