About our human rights education work

Looking for ways to talk about human rights in the classroom?

Our Human Rights Education Team has produced a wide range of resources to support teachers, along with details on how to invite an Amnesty activist educator to speak to your class or assembly. Plus, we provide highly recommended professional development courses for teachers to help you teach human rights with confidence.

Looking for education and training resources to help bring human rights into your classes?

Our Human Rights Education Team creates engaging, age-appropriate teaching resources learners aged for ages 5-19, along with helpful training resources for adult learners.

Written by specialist advisors, these materials encourage lively classroom discussions using creative approaches to explore truth, freedom, and justice.

Are you interested in championing human rights through creative media?

Through our Words That Burn programme we invite you to explore pressing human rights issues, and express them creatively through poetry.

Supported by our Human Rights Education team, you'll find inspiring resources and opportunities to collaborate with literacy partners to showcase impactful, thought-provoking work. Join us in turning ideas into art that spark change.

Are you looking to build your knowledge and abilities to defend human rights?

Our dedicated team have curated a range of informative and engaging courses, training and resources designed to help you develop the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to take meaningful action. Whether you’re starting your journey, or looking to deepen your expertise, explore courses that will empower you to make a real difference.

For over 25 years, Amnesty has championed human rights education, reaching tens of thousands of students across the UK.

We deliver education projects for children, young people and adults. From resources and tools, to training and professional development, we provide everything you need to bring human rights education to life.

We'd also love your feedback on any Amnesty resources you've used. If you would like to get in touch with the Human Rights Education Team, please email [email protected]