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Human Rights On the Hill

Human Rights on the HILL

A congressional toolkit for protecting and advancing human rights and fundamental freedoms.

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10 Things Any Member Can Do To Promote Human Rights

Any member of Congress on any committee – from freshman Representatives to Senior Senators – can take action to protect people from abusive governments.  Here are 10 ideas:

Hold an Event.

Write a Letter.

Join a Caucus.

Introduce an Amendment.

Sponsor a Resolution.

Participate in a Colloquy.

Write an Op-Ed.

Issue a Press Release.

Hold a Human Rights Event in Your State or District.

Invite a Human Rights Figure to the State of the Union.

About This Toolkit

This toolkit is intended to facilitate congressional action in support of human rights and fundamental freedoms.

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10 Things You Can Do

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  • 20 Days to Commemorate Human Rights
  • 7 Important Bills Your Boss Could Help Revive or Pass
  • 8 Habits of Highly Effective Coalitions
  • 8 Things Your Boss Can Do to Become a Human Rights Leader

In cooperation with the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission.
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