United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

According to Mrs. Mary Robinson, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, "...today's human rights violations are the causes of tomorrow's conflicts." The UNHCHR web site provides current information concerning human rights issues including: the International Criminal Court, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Human Rights Education, etc. Use the search engine to find information about specific topics and issues.

Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch is one of the most comprehensive resources for human rights information on the web. The HRW web site features in-depth information about human rights issues and abuses worldwide. A great place to begin for information about human rights.

Amnesty International consistently provides valuable information about human rights around the world. Visit the AI Library for information about human rights in specific countries or regions, learn more about current Amnesty International campaigns, or read a copy of the most recent AI Annual Report.

Human Rights Web

Human Rights Web is an excellent resource for general information about human rights, the human rights movement, human rights documents, etc.

DIANA International Human Rights Database

This site was developed by the University of Cincinnati College of Law in an effort to make human rights resources available on the Internet. There are currently four DIANA web sites in existence at Yale University Law School, The University of Toronto and The University of Minnesota.

University of Minnesota Human Rights Library

This site is part of the DIANA International Human Rights Database. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in human rights issues and education.

Human Rights Interactive Network

An extensive collection of links to human rights and humanitarian resources and organizations around the world.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

The UNHCR web site offers information about refugee issues worldwide including maps, background information, resources for teachers, and a section entitled REFWORLD, sponsored by the UNHCR Centre for Documentation and Research. REFWORLD makes available official documents of the UNHCR and other UN Agencies, country and legal information, and basic reference materials.

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee for the Red Cross acts to help all victims of war and internal violence, attempting to ensure implementation of humanitarian rules restricting armed violence. This site offers information about ICRC operations around the world, international humanitarian law, and a thematic subject guide including information about: landmines, children and war, women and war, humanitarian action in armed conflicts, etc.

The Resource Center of the Americas offers information and resources intended to inform, educate, and organize for human rights, democracy, and justice. Check out the teachers' room for classroom resources and curricula.

South Africa: Can a Country Overcome its History?

This web site offers visitors a opportunity to learn about the history and events that have shaped South Africa's politics, culture, and people. This is a great resource for information about the efforts to overcome the bitter history of a developing democracy.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission

This is the official web site of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in South Africa. The site offers detailed information about the TRC, its functions, and findings.

Facing the Truth with Bill Moyers

This is a site with order information for the film "Facing the Truth with Bill Moyers. You can download a copy of the teacher resource guide for the film from this site.

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