IHR (nstitute of Human Rights Sri Lanka)

Legal advice and representation
Providing legal advice and assistance has been at the core of IHR’s work in the past, and would figure prominently in its future activities. It involves administering of professional legal services and representation, pertaining to fundamental rights, to those seeking such assistance, with special emphasis on those wrongfully detained.

Human Rights education and training
Education and training provided on human rights would be a vital component of IHR’s activities, which would permeate through its overall programme. Training programmes, workshops and study courses, designed to educate the public, empower victims of human rights violations and build the capacity of resource persons, would be the sum of activities undertaken under this programme area.

Empowerment of detainees and conflict affected persons
In addition to providing physical and financial aid to detainees and conflict-affected persons, IHR’s programme would extend to psychosocial support and vocational training, aimed at empowering marginalized groups. Furthermore, the organization would undertake lobbying and advocacy for the elimination of discriminatory practices by institutions, that directly impede the security of the rights of detainees and conflict-affected persons.

Advocacy
IHR has consistently advocated for Rights and Justice, particularly for vulnerable sections of our population. Examples are found under News.