The Frank C. Newman International Human Rights Internship Program accredits law students, through Human Rights Advocates, to attend sessions of United Nations bodies and to make oral and written statements at these bodies. The program continues the work of the late Professor Newman who led many delegations of law students to UN sessions and encourages a generation of young human rights lawyers to ensure the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms around the world.

Students may research and write on a particular area of concern, or work directly with another HRA member on a topic HRA is currently involved with. Research and writing will be done for submission to the United Nations and for publication in HRA’s newsletter.

Students attending a United Nations meeting are expected to assist HRA representatives, which may include work on other issues, and to attend HRA briefing sessions in the Bay Area and at the site of the UN meeting.

Students will be asked to report back to the HRA Board, and to participate in educational forums open to the public.

For further information on the Frank C. Newman International Human Rights Internship Program, please contact Nicole Phillips at nicole@humanrightsadvocates.org