Despite laws, many women struggle for inheritance rights
Some societies still follow the tradition that a dead man's property goes to his adult sons or is repossessed by his family, completely bypassing women.
How 150 Americans took over a building and changed disability law
Forty years ago a law gave civil rights protections to people with disabilities. But activists fought for those rights with a monthlong sit-in.
First lady honors courageous women from around the world
First lady Melania Trump honored a group of women from around the world for their bravery in fighting for women's empowerment and human rights.
Influential people and the books that influenced them
Books can have a big impact on us and our lives. Here is a look at the books that have meant the most to five prominent people.
Just the facts: The State Department’s annual human rights reports
Want to know the human rights situation in a country? The human rights reports let you investigate its free speech, dissent, minority relations and more.
The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to the nonviolent struggle for racial equality in the United States. His legacy still inspires millions.
Martin Luther King Jr.: Global beacon for human rights
Martin Luther King Jr.'s impact on history has been felt well beyond the United States. Learn why the civil rights leader is honored around the world.
Why protect offensive speech?
The U.S. Constitution's First Amendment includes the right to say unpopular things and "hate speech," and it gives that right to everybody.
Verified human rights data is at your fingertips
With the online Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, you can conduct your own investigation into issues and countries of your choice.