Human Rights Institute of South Africa

Empowering Voices,

Protecting rights.

HURISA is a non-profit organisation promoting the protection of human rights in South Africa and beyond. We believe everyone deserves to live in a just and equitable society. Explore our mission, vision, and the dedicated team behind this important work.
Our core focus areas:

Education

Raising awareness about human rights and empowering communities

Advocacy

Promoting policy change and holding institutions accountable

Research

Documenting human rights violations and informing advocacy efforts

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