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Human Rights Centre

Part of Essex Law School

Chalking of the steps, University of Essex

40 years pioneering the theory and practice of human rights from the local to the global

The Human Rights Centre at Essex boasts a global reputation for excellence in the promotion of world-leading interdisciplinary human rights education, research and practice. At the heart of our work is the interface between the theory and practice of human rights, conflict and acute crises.

Cutting edge research and practice

We influence and set human rights agendas. We make concrete differences around the globe, and we are a dominant voice for change. Through our research, impact and educational activities, at Essex, not only do we lead the way in identifying, enduring and responding to human rights challenges, it's the way we apply this which defines us.

 

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Why
Human Rights at Essex?

Excellence in human rights theory and practice through multi and interdisciplinary research and education
Awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2010 in recognition of our work in advancing global human rights
Join our Human Rights Centre Clinic, develop practical skills, work with world-renowned human rights organisations
Benefit from a range of career events organised throughout the year to give you an insight into specific areas of human rights
Take part in highly rewarding human rights competitions that provide invaluable practical experience on a wide range of issues
We offer a range of opportunities for working with projects associated with our Centre that focus on human rights in practice
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Student chalking the steps during Human Rights week
Two members of the Human Rights Centre
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Student drawing on a mirror
Two students standing against Human Rights week poster
Headshot of Carla Ferstman
"The Human Rights Centre is a path-breaking and multidisciplinary community of students, researchers and practitioners dedicated to tackling the most pressing human rights challenges of our times"
Professor Carla Ferstman Director Human Rights centre

Kevin Boyle

Professor Kevin Boyle was the longest serving director of the Human Rights Centre. He led the Centre from 1990 to 2003 and again in 2006 to 2007. Throughout his time at Essex, Kevin played a pivotal role in developing the Centre into the multidisciplinary powerhouse it is today. 

Contact the Human Rights Centre
5s.5.5 Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ
Telephone: +44 (0)1206 874810