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Human rights education in situations of conflict

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Facilitated by Equitas – International Centre for Human Rights Education

Rights don’t stop in conflict situations. There is an increased need to ensure values of justice, rights, equality, environmental protection, which don’t stop when a conflict starts. – Survey respondent

This report explores the importance, feasibility, and approaches to human rights education (HRE) in conflict settings, where human rights violations are widespread. The report emphasizes that, despite the challenges, conflict situations heighten the need for HRE in order to uphold justice, equality and human dignity, both during and after conflicts.

With a record number of state-based conflicts in 2023 and immense human and economic costs, the report argues that education about human rights is essential for both immediate protection and post-conflict recovery. Internally displaced people—especially women and children—are particularly vulnerable, making HRE vital. However, such education is rare in conflict settings due to security risks, logistical difficulties, and skepticism about its impact during active violence.