You can be a part of a growing movement to recognize, realize and defend human rights in the United States. US Human Rights Network provides annual dues waivers for both organizations and individuals. Network members believe that the human rights framework is an important tool that will enable grassroots communities and movements to engage in principled struggle to attain fundamental social change, and all members must agree to adhere to our core principles.
The US Human Rights Network is guided by these core principles:
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Human rights are universal, interdependent, indivisible, and inalienable.
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Human rights movements must be led by those most directly affected by human rights violations.
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Human rights advocacy and organizing should prioritize the struggles of the poor and most marginalized groups in society.
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Human rights movements must be inclusive and respect and reflect the diversity within communities.
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Human rights encompass civil, political, economic, social, cultural, environmental, sexual, and development rights for individuals, Peoples, and groups.