Carter Center Human Rights Defenders | Human Rights Policy Forum

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The human rights defenders featured here represent history in the making: they are courageously leading the way to a more just and equitable global society. What better role models for our students?

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Timothy Njoya
Devoted clergy member is disciple of change in Kenya.
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Sima Samar
Afghanistan's indescructible doctor remains rock of inspiration.
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Saad Eddin Ibrahim
Egyptian defender setting an agenda for Arab democracy.
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Hina Jilani
U.N. special representative at forefront of peace movement.
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