Is your Sports organisation interested in sports, human rights and how both can be used to make a positive impact in our society? Become a member of our Sport and Human Rights Forum today!

What does the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission actually do? Our work is varied, but our mission is simple: to promote and protect human rights in Northern Ireland.

We were delighted to welcome Cancer Fund for Children to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission to present a cheque for £250, raised through our World Cup sweep!

Happy International Youth Day 2026 🌍 International Youth Day is an awareness day designated by the United Nations, taking place on August 12. It aims to shed light on the challenges and opportunities facing young people around the world and celebrate their role as essential-

Over the past few weeks, Commission staff undertook a range of engagement activities with stakeholders and groups to promote human rights, including: 🟣Held a meeting with different organisations focusing on human rights as part of ongoing engagement to inform the Commission's work ahead of the-

What is the state of the rule of law in Northern Ireland? Read our new report to find out. It gives on-the-ground insights into key rule of law trends and challenges in Northern Ireland, including on civil society space, disinformation and law-making processes-

Every person has human rights, but did you know there's an organisation dedicated to promoting and protecting them in Northern Ireland? The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission is an independent public body established following the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement.

For 75 years, the Refugee Convention has kept the promise of protection alive, offering a safe haven to millions of people forced to flee war, violence and persecution.

Chief Commissioner, Alyson Kilpatrick, her setter Teagan, & our staff had a great time at Pride Village this past Saturday! 🌈 Thank you to Belfast Pride for organising such a fantastic event. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with us about our work protecting & promoting human rights!

Over the past week, we've engaged with a wide range of stakeholders and communities, discussing human rights and sharing insights into our work. 🟣 Held a workshop with Mencap Heroes+ Programme at the Helping hands Autism Centre 🟣 Led a workshop with students from The University of Georgia

NIHRC has an e-newsletter which rounds up all the news and activity at the Commission every month. If you would like to receive the monthly e-newsletter, you can subscribe at the link below 👇 nihrc.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Do you know what the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission does? Our information leaflet explains who we are, what we do, and how we work to protect and promote human rights in Northern Ireland.

The NI Sport & Human Rights Forum recently met to explore mega sporting events and their impact on human rights, in the context of two major sporting events taking place in the summer of 2026.

The NIHRC office will be closed on Monday 13th July and Tuesday 14th July for the bank holiday, reopening on Wednesday 15th July.

The Northern Ireland Human Right’s Commission has published its Annual Report and Financial Accounts for 2025 – 2026. It outlines how the Commission has performed its functions during the year 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. You can read it here: nihrc.org/about-us/wha...

The Northern Ireland Human Right’s Commission has published its Business Plan for 2026 – 2027 which reflects our priorities for the year in line with our Strategic objectives. You can read it here: nihrc.org/publication/...

Today marks the 25-year anniversary since the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages (ECRML) came into force in the UK.

Our Chief Commissioner Alyson Kilpatrick and NIHRC staff will be providing evidence for the Northern Ireland Scrutiny Committee inquiry on the topic of Article 2 of the Protocol/Windsor Framework. This session will take place on Wednesday 1 July at 10:45 am.

Over the past few weeks, Commission staff undertook a range of engagement activities with stakeholders and groups to promote human rights, including: 🟣Hosted a stall at the Great Belfast Picnic to mark World Refugee Day 🟣Led Human Rights workshops with pupils at Lumen Christi College

NIHRC staff were delighted to lead workshops at Regent House Grammar School recently. We led 11 workshops, engaging with approximately 400 students. Students learned about the role and core functions of the NIHRC in promoting and protecting the rights of everyone in Northern Ireland.

Chief Commissioner Alyson Kilpatrick gave the keynote speech at the Great Belfast Picnic on Saturday 20th June, marking World Refugee Day and the conclusion of Refugee Week. Thank you Belfast City of Sanctuary for the invitation. Read the Chief Commissioner’s speech here: nihrc.org/news/detail/...

Ahead of World Refugee Day (20 June 2026), Chief Commissioner Alyson Kilpatrick emphasises the universality of human rights – they are for everyone, regardless of their race, nationality or immigration status. Read the full statement here: nihrc.org/.../celebrat.... #WorldRefugeeDay See less

NIHRC has an e-newsletter which rounds up all the news and activity at the Commission every month. If you would like to receive the monthly e-newsletter, you can subscribe at the link below 👇 nihrc.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Chief Commissioner, Alyson Kilpatrick, will give evidence to the Committee for Justice today, alongside policy colleagues. The session will focus on the Criminal Justice (Sentencing etc) Bill. Watch live from 2pm at this link: niassembly.tv/live-stream-2/ @niassembly.gov.uk

Today, the Commission hosted a Strategic Litigation Forum meeting. Our forum meets twice yearly and brings together lawyers in organisations working on human rights strategic litigation. Thanks to everyone for attending and contributing to discussions.

NIHRC has submitted a response to the Executive Office's consultation on the Framework for Race Relations. Read our response in full here: nihrc.org/publication/...

NIHRC has an e-newsletter which rounds up all the news and activity at the Commission every month. If you would like to receive the monthly e-newsletter, you can subscribe at this link: nihrc.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe... Read the May edition at this link: mailchi.mp/nihrc/northe... See less

The NIHRC office will be closed on Monday 25th May for the bank holiday, reopening on Tuesday 26th May.

The NIHRC has responded to the Department of Education’s revised draft guidance on the use of restrictive interventions in educational settings. The Commission has made a number of recommendations based on the European Convention on Human Rights. Read our full advice: nihrc.org/publication/...

One of NIHRC’s statutory remits is to promote human rights in Northern Ireland. Over the past few weeks, Commission staff engaged with stakeholders and groups to promote human rights, including... (1/3)