
IHRC/INHR Human Rights Educational Program, 2026–2027 Human Rights Education Program
Core Human Rights Courses
Introduction to Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
International Human Rights Law
International Humanitarian Law
Human Rights and the United Nations System
Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Principles and Practice
Regional Human Rights Systems and Mechanisms
Human Rights Protection and International Legal Standards
Human Rights Monitoring and Documentation
Human Rights Fact-Finding and Investigation
Human Rights Reporting and Evidence Collection
UN & International Institutions
UN Human Rights Council: Structure, Functions and Procedures
ECOSOC and Civil Society Participation at the United Nations
NGOs and Special Consultative Status with ECOSOC
UN Special Procedures and Treaty Bodies
Universal Periodic Review (UPR): Process and Practice
Advocacy and Engagement with UN Mechanisms
How to Prepare and Submit a Human Rights Complaint to International Mechanisms
Specialized Human Rights
Women’s Rights and Gender Equality
Children’s Rights and Child Protection
Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Freedom of Religion or Belief
Freedom of Expression and Freedom of the Press
Minority Rights and Protection of Vulnerable Communities
Refugee Rights, Migration and Human Mobility
Rights of Internally Displaced Persons
Business and Human Rights
Human Rights and Environmental Protection
Human Rights and Climate Change
Conflict, Peace & Accountability
Human Rights in Armed Conflict
Protection of Civilians in Conflict Zones
Peacebuilding, Conflict Prevention and Human Rights
Transitional Justice and National Reconciliation
Accountability for Serious Human Rights Violations
International Criminal Justice and the ICC
War Crimes, Crimes Against Humanity and Genocide
Human Rights Early Warning and Conflict Prevention
Modern & Emerging Issues
Cybersecurity, Digital Rights and Human Rights
Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights
Digital Investigations and Online Evidence
Privacy, Data Protection and Human Rights
Disinformation, Hate Speech and Human Rights
Technology, Surveillance and Fundamental Freedoms
Human Rights in the Digital Age
Professional / Advanced Courses
Human Rights Diplomacy and International Negotiation
Strategic Human Rights Advocacy
Human Rights Leadership and Institutional Management
Human Rights Policy Development
International Human Rights Litigation
Human Rights Research Methodology
Professional Human Rights Officer: Skills, Ethics and Practice
Recommended flagship courses
These 10 flagship certificates:
Certificate in International Human Rights Law
Certificate in UN Human Rights Mechanisms
Certificate in Human Rights Monitoring & Investigation
Certificate in Human Rights Advocacy & Diplomacy
Certificate in International Humanitarian Law
Certificate in Women & Children’s Rights
Certificate in Refugee & Migration Rights
Certificate in Business, Environment & Human Rights
Certificate in Digital Rights, Cybersecurity & AI
Advanced Certificate in Human Rights Leadership & International Affairs
