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By engaging volunteers in hands-on human rights work, The Advocates transforms volunteers into advocates for human rights.

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Everyone has the power to advance human rights.

By engaging volunteers in hands-on human rights work, The Advocates transforms volunteers into advocates for human rights.

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Rooted in deep expertise and strong relationships, we address some of the most intractable human rights issues.

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Rooted in deep expertise and strong relationships, we address some of the most intractable human rights issues.

Our Priorities

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The Advocates represents people in the Upper Midwest who are seeking asylum, detained by immigration, unaccompanied children, or trafficking victims.

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Volunteers engage in hands-on human rights work, helping accomplish critical research and advocacy and transforming themselves into advocates for human rights.

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The Advocates represents people in the Upper Midwest who are seeking asylum, detained by immigration, unaccompanied children, or trafficking victims.

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For Volunteers

Volunteers engage in hands-on human rights work, helping accomplish critical research and advocacy and transforming themselves into advocates for human rights.

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Friday, January 19, 2024
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

WATCH for 3rd Fridays

Thursday, January 25, 2024
12 - 1:30 PM

How Volunteers Can Address Human Trafficking: Training, Models and Lessons from AHR Staff and Volunteers

Wednesday, January 31, 2024
4:30pm - 6:00pm

Pro Bono Training: Asylum 101

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"When human rights are met, children flourish,” said Jennifer Prestholdt, deputy director of The Advocates for Human Rights. At SPCS, that means a year-round school year filled with academics, athletics, and activities.

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