We’re not giving up on the power of human rights activism—we’re doubling down.
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India—a nation of more than 1.4 billion people—presents a vast range of opportunities and challenges for human rights activists.
The Fund for Global Human Rights supports grassroots activists, organizations, and movements across India who are helping people—especially marginalized or vulnerable groups like women, LGBTQ+ people, and informal workers—claim their rights in the world’s most-populous country.
India—a nation of more than 1.4 billion people—presents a staggering range of opportunities and challenges for human rights activists.
The Fund for Global Human Rights supports grassroots activists, organizations, and movements across India who are helping people—especially marginalized or vulnerable groups like women, LGBTQ+ people, and informal workers—claim their rights in the world’s most-populous country.
Many communities in India still struggle to access their fundamental rights. We work with activists around the country who have the power, courage, and commitment to deliver change.
Defending the Dunes
The coastal sand dunes of Tamil Nadu are a critical part of the region’s ecosystem—supporting rich biodiversity, providing access to freshwater for agriculture, and sheltering communities from storms. But profit-driven developers are bulldozing them for luxury resorts without community consent. With support from the Fund for Global Human Rights, local communities and activists are standing up to defend their land and their rights.
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The Fund for Global Human Rights currently invests in and supports more than 500 organizations and grassroots groups around the world. Together, we’re building a diverse global movement to advance:
