Empowering Local Activists for Global Change
Join Us in Promoting Justice and Equality
Global Rights partners with grassroots activists to challenge injustice and protect human rights across Africa.
About Global Rights
Building a Just Society for All
Global Rights, is an international organization birthed from the pursuit of justice, equality, and human rights. For over four decades, we have championed the rights of underserved communities across more than 20 countries, empowering individuals and amplifying grassroots voices to challenge injustice and foster lasting social change. Our commitment to universal human rights is unwavering, underpinned by the belief that access to justice is the cornerstone of a fair and equitable society.
Our Initiatives
Nigeria Mourns
National Summit on Mass Atrocities
National Business and Human Rights Roundtable
Federation of Mining Host Communities (FNMHC)
Community of Practice Against Mass Atrocities in Nigeria (CoPAMA)
Incident Centre for Election Atrocities (#ICEA)
Rape is a Crime
A campaign to humanize victims of violent killings in Nigeria and demand accountability from the government. Through this intervention, we initiated the National Day of Mourning held on May 29, to draw international attention to the plight of people who died due to mass atrocities.
A platform for dialogue and action to address mass atrocities and promote accountability.
Bringing together stakeholders to promote corporate accountability and respect for human rights in business practices.
With the aim of empowering mining host communities to assert their rights and advocate for responsible resource extraction, we instituted the FNMHC to act as an independent body for the purpose of mobilizing mining host communities in search of sustainable solutions to the unique challenges they face.
Fostering collaboration among stakeholders to prevent and respond to mass atrocities in Nigeria.
Monitoring and documenting election-related atrocities to promote accountability and transparency.
Rape is a Crime is dedicated to eradicating sexual violence by providing comprehensive education, unwavering support for victims, and robust advocacy efforts. Our mission is to empower individuals with knowledge, offer relief to those affected, and collaborate with organizations to foster a safer society.
What We Do
Capacity Building
Legal and Human Rights Training
Monitoring and Documentation
Stakeholder Dialogues
Upcoming Events
What Our Partners Say
Jude Ignas
Community Leader, Nigeria
Amina Hassan
Activist, Nigeria
Oba Akamo
Human Rights Advocate, Nigeria
