ABA Center for Human Rights
Latest News
Feb. 11, 2008 - Former Navy Gen. Counsel Addresses Center for Human Rights Luncheon:
“Weakening America: The Costs of Legalized Cruelty”
About the Center
With more than 400,000 members worldwide, the American Bar Association speaks with an especially powerful voice for advancing human rights and the rule of law. At the direction of its Executive Board, comprised of pre-eminent leaders of the legal profession, the Center for Human Rights helps develop ABA policy and projects on cutting-edge human rights issues and works both within and beyond the ABA to enhance public education about human rights in the U.S. and abroad.
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Contribute to the Center's work through the ABA Fund for Justice and Education.
Calendar
Past Events
- Aug. 12, 2007: Security v. Liberty: A Global Perspective.
- Feb. 21, 2007: CLE Teleconference on "Corporate Social Responsibility: International Norms and Self-Regulations." Purchase Audio CD Program through ABA Web Store.
- Feb. 2007: Center for Human Rights Luncheon, Miami, Fla. Remarks of Hon. Thomas Buergenthal, International Court of Justice.
Rule of Law Letters
"Rule of Law" letters by the ABA president to national governments express the Association's concerns about alleged intimidation, harassment, or abuse of lawyers, judges, and human rights advocates. Each letter reflects the ABA's independent research and analysis of the facts and human rights law applicable to each case, and copies are sent to the U.S. Secretary of State and other relevant officials. Drafts are reviewed by the Section of Individual Rights and Responsibilities, the Section of International Law, and the Standing Committee on Law and National Security, among other entities. (Click here for letters)
Human Rights Resources
Contact Us
ABA Center for Human Rights
740 15th Street, NW, 10th Floor,
Washington, DC 20005-1009
Phone: (202) 662-1030
Fax: (202) 662-1031
