Human Rights Institute at Kean University

Human Rights Institute at Kean University Human Rights Institute at Kean University raises awareness of human rights violations worldwide and Kean also offers an interdisciplinary M.A.

The mission of the Human Rights Institute at Kean University is to raise awareness of human rights violations worldwide and to inspire action to combat these injustices. The Human Rights Institute sponsors a broad range of activities, including seminars and conferences, and works with school districts to produce curricula and materials for students. in Holocaust & Genocide Studies degree that spec

ifically studies the Holocaust, anti-Semitism, other Genocides and atrocities that human beings commit against each other.

Stop by one of our HRI UNITES pop-up tables and help build a care package for 9/11 Day.Design a bag with a positive mess...
09/03/2026

Stop by one of our HRI UNITES pop-up tables and help build a care package for 9/11 Day.

Design a bag with a positive message, fill it with the items provided, and we’ll handle the donation. It only takes a few minutes, but it can make a real difference.

Upcoming pop-ups:
📍 Sep 10 | 2:00–3:30 PM | Townsend Hall
📍 Sep 14 | 3:30–5:00 PM | Cougar Walk
📍 Sep 15 | 2:00–3:30 PM | Nancy Thompson Library/Learning Commons
📍 Sep 17 | 2:00–3:30 PM | MSC Greek Lounge

Volunteers needed. Stop by and get involved. Supported by 9/11 Day & AmeriCorps.

Join HRI for a Day of Remembrance and Service for 9/11 Day.We’ll gather near Townsend Hall to honor the lives lost on 9/...
09/03/2026

Join HRI for a Day of Remembrance and Service for 9/11 Day.

We’ll gather near Townsend Hall to honor the lives lost on 9/11 and recognize the first responders who served. Students are invited to reflect, listen, and take part in a small hands-on service activity nearby.

📍 9/11 Memorial, near Townsend Hall (swipe for where to find the Memorial on the Kean Campus Map)
🗓 September 10, 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM

Featuring speakers Susan Berube-Leiva and Cole Hamilton.
Stay tuned for more ways to get involved.

Supported by 9/11 Day & AmeriCorps.

Join HRI for a Day of Remembrance and Service for 9/11 Day.

We’ll gather near Townsend Hall (red pin on the map) to honor the lives lost on 9/11 and recognize the first responders who served. Students are invited to reflect, listen, and take part in a small hands-on service activity nearby.

📍 9/11 Memorial, near Townsend Hall
🗓 September 10, 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM

Featuring speakers Susan Berube-Leiva and Cole Hamilton.
Stay tuned for more ways to get involved.

Supported by 9/11 Day & AmeriCorps.

Join HRI for a Day of Remembrance and Service for 9/11 Day.We’ll gather near Townsend Hall to honor the lives lost on 9/...
09/03/2026

Join HRI for a Day of Remembrance and Service for 9/11 Day.

We’ll gather near Townsend Hall to honor the lives lost on 9/11 and recognize the first responders who served. Students are invited to reflect, listen, and take part in a small hands-on service activity nearby.

📍 9/11 Memorial, near Townsend Hall
🗓 September 10, 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM

Featuring speakers Susan Berube-Leiva and Cole Hamilton.
Stay tuned for more ways to get involved.

Supported by 9/11 Day & AmeriCorps.

HRI UNITES for a campus-wide day of service and reflection.Join us on September 17 to help design care package bags with...
09/03/2026

HRI UNITES for a campus-wide day of service and reflection.
Join us on September 17 to help design care package bags with positive messages for 9/11 Day. HRI and partner organizations will host hands-on activities and volunteer opportunities.

📍 MSC Greek Lounge
🗓 September 17, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM

Stop by, give back, and help honor those affected by 9/11.

We’re honored to share that the Human Rights Institute at Kean University has been selected as a 9/11 Day grant recipien...
08/21/2026

We’re honored to share that the Human Rights Institute at Kean University has been selected as a 9/11 Day grant recipient! 

This fall, we’ll be joining the movement to permanently transform the anniversary of 9/11 into America’s Day of Doing Good — leading a community service project in honor of the 25th Anniversary. 

Join us for our series of events, including volunteer opportunities, for HRI UNITES for 9/11 DAY! Additional partners to be announced soon
  AmeriCorps

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED!Are you passionate about civic engagement and helping others make their voices heard? The ...
07/01/2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED!

Are you passionate about civic engagement and helping others make their voices heard? The 2026 Voting Squad is looking for enthusiastic students to serve as Captains and Members!

Scan the QR code or this link to apply!

Exciting opportunity for high school students!Are you looking for a meaningful and enriching summer experience for your ...
05/13/2026

Exciting opportunity for high school students!

Are you looking for a meaningful and enriching summer experience for your child?📚🌅

July 27-30, give them the opportunity to grow as a leader, thinker, and change maker through Human Rights in Action! It is a dynamic pre-college program at the Kean University Human Rights Institute!

Invest in a summer that truly matter!🌞

For more info contact: 📩[email protected]

If you are signing up as a school group please reach out for possible discounted prices*

📢 Paid Opportunity for Fall 2026 📢 The HRI is now recruiting Voting Squad Captains & Members!  Looking to get involved, ...
04/30/2026

📢 Paid Opportunity for Fall 2026 📢
 
The HRI is now recruiting Voting Squad Captains & Members! 
 
Looking to get involved, build leadership skills, and make an impact on campus? This is your chance.
 
💼 Paid position
📅 Applications due: May 15
🔗 Apply through the QR code or this link https://forms.office.com/r/tubHct65KM
 
Tag a friend who should apply or share with someone who’d be a great fit! 
 
Questions? Feel free to reach out!

Making an impact, one cleanup at a time 🌍💚 The Kean Sustainability Squad was proud to take part in the City of Elizabeth...
04/24/2026

Making an impact, one cleanup at a time 🌍💚
 
The Kean Sustainability Squad was proud to take part in the City of Elizabeth’s Earth Day cleanup at Phil Rizzuto Park, joining forces with 600+ incredible volunteers dedicated to protecting our environment and giving back to the community. Together, we’re creating cleaner, greener spaces for everyone. 
 
This effort continues the Human Right Institute’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, turning small actions into lasting change. Thank you to the Center for Leadership and Center for joining us!

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