The post Traineeship Call – October 2024 cohort appeared first on Human Rights Careers. About FRA The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) provides independent, evidence-based advice to policymakers, to help ensure full respect for fundamental rights across the EU, for everyone. To this end, the Agency collects and analyses information and data on a range of fundamental rights issues, provides assistance and expertise to EU Institutions and to EU Member States’ governments, raises rights awareness, communicates its findings and strengthens cooperation and ties between fundamental ..read more

The post Master of Science in Engineering, Sustainability and Health appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Key information University University of San Diego Country United States Learning mode Online Pace Part-time Duration 20 months Application deadline(s) August, December, and April Official Website Click here The Master of Science in Engineering, Sustainability and Health degree provides graduates with the foundational skills needed to excel in the transformation of corporate, non-profit (NPO) and non-governmental organizations (NGO) committed to a balance between tec ..read more

The post 16 Inspiring Civil Rights Leaders You Should Know appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Civil rights protect a person’s access to social opportunities, political participation and protection under the law. Examples of civil rights include the right to vote, the right to public education, the right to housing, the right to a fair trial and much more. When someone is discriminated against based on their race, gender, ethnicity or other characteristic, their civil rights are violated. Throughout history, activists have fought against discrimination even when it puts their lives at risk ..read more

The post 15 Trusted Charities Fighting for Housing Rights appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights includes housing as one of the rights vital to a person’s “standard of living adequate for the health and well-being.” While everyone deserves shelter, around 1.6 billion people don’t have access to good housing and other basic services. According to the UN, as many as 3 billion people might not have decent housing by 2030. Home and rental prices are rising too fast, there’s not enough affordable housing and more people are experiencing pover ..read more

The post 15 Examples of Gender Inequality in Everyday Life appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Gender inequality is everywhere. According to the World Economic Forum, it could take another 131 years to achieve global gender parity. Inequality affects the treatment, rights and opportunities of women, girls and transgender and gender-diverse people the most, but everyone deals with negative effects. Crises like war, climate change and pandemics can make things worse. How does gender inequality manifest in everyday life? Here are 15 examples: # Topic 1 Women make less money 2 More girl ..read more

The post 11 Approaches to Alleviate World Hunger  appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Hunger is one of the most persistent and harrowing challenges facing people today. According to experts, hundreds of millions don’t have enough to eat. In the face of global issues like conflict and climate change, the food crisis is likely to get worse. What can be done about it? It’s not a problem existing in isolation; its solutions connect to things like poverty, war, gender equality and more. Here are 11 approaches that can help alleviate world hunger. # Topic 1 Address poverty 2 Reduce c ..read more

The post 12 Ways Poverty Affects Society appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Millions of people can’t pay for essentials like food, clean water, housing, healthcare and education. According to the World Bank, about 700 million people live in “extreme poverty,” or less than $2.15 a day. Around 50% of the world lives on less than $6.85 a day. At the current rate of progress, the world won’t end extreme poverty by 2030, which is the first Sustainable Development goal. How does poverty affect society? In this article, we’ll discuss 12 of the most significant ways: # Topic 1 Gender inequal ..read more

The post 15 Great Charities to Donate to in 2024 appeared first on Human Rights Careers. The world is a complicated place. Many problems threaten the lives and well-being of humans, animals and everything else that calls this planet home, but there are always people and organizations working to solve those problems. The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report for 2024 lists several pressing issues such as misinformation, extreme weather events, a lack of economic opportunity and pollution. In this article, we’ll describe 15 great charities addressing these issues and others in 2024 and beyo ..read more

The post 15 Quotes Exposing Injustice in Society appeared first on Human Rights Careers. Injustice takes many forms. Racial discrimination, sexism, unfair wages, poverty and other violations of human rights are just a few examples. When injustice is exposed, people are better equipped to call for accountability and make changes that build a better, more just world for everyone. Here are 15 quotes on exposing injustice in society: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” – Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. (1929-1968) was an American minister and figurehead of the Civ ..read more

The post 17 International Organizations Offering Early-Career Opportunities appeared first on Human Rights Careers. From the United Nations to non-governmental organizations like CARE International and Physicians for Human Rights, numerous institutions offer early-level programs and positions tailored to young professionals who are eager to make a difference. In the list below we outline 17 International Organizations that offer early career opportunities to recent graduates. Please note that entry requirements may change over time. Always check the official websites to ensure you have the mos ..read more