Human Rights First
Robyn Barnard is a seasoned advocate in the field of refugee protection and human rights, currently serving as Director of Refugee Advocacy at Human Rights First since March 2018, where previous roles included Associate Director and Senior Advocacy Counsel. Barnard also holds a position as a Board Member at ALDEA - The Peoples Justice Center since March 2021. With a rich legal background, Barnard's experience includes serving as Staff Attorney at the Center for Gender and Refugee Studies and holding advocacy roles in various organizations, including Human Rights First. Academic credentials include a Juris Doctor from the University of Melbourne, a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law Melbourne, and a Juris Doctor Exchange at Georgetown University Law Center. A strong foundation in Development Studies and International Studies was established with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne.
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Human Rights First
Human Rights First is an independent advocacy and action organization that challenges America to live up to its ideals. We believe American leadership is essential in the struggle for human rights so we press the U.S. government and private companies to respect human rights and the rule of law. When they don’t, we step in to demand reform, accountability and justice. Whether we are protecting refugees, combating torture, or defending persecuted minorities, we focus not on making a point, but on making a difference. For over 30 years, we’ve built bipartisan coalitions and teamed up with frontline activists and lawyers to tackle issues that demand American leadership. Around the world, we work where we can best harness American influence to secure core freedoms. Human Rights First is a non-profit, nonpartisan international human rights organization based in New York and Washington D.C.