We collaborate with communities, build blueprintable solutions to address some of the most significant human rights challenges of our time, and support efforts to hold perpetrators accountable. We function as a bridge between the worlds of academia, policy, and practice.
Our mission is to pursue justice through science, technology, and law. At UC Berkeley’s Human Rights Center, we:
- Research and investigate war crimes and human rights violations;
- Develop standards for policymakers and practitioners; and
- Train investigators, students, and advocates.
Banner Image: Departure of Bosnians from Sarajevo, 1993. Photograph by Gilles Peress.
30 Years of Impact
Explore Our Projects
Our project archive contains our historic and contemporary work around the globe, and across disciplines.
Selected Accomplishments
Explore Our Programs
Our dedicated programs allow us to develop specialized portfolios that make long-term impact. Built with the vision of our research directors and funded over multiple years, our programs are a cornerstone of our blended practitioner-academic approach to research.