About Us

The International Human Rights Law Institute (IHRLI) is at the forefront of contemporary human rights and rule of law research, training and advocacy. Since its founding in 1990, the Institute has engaged in post-conflict justice programs and large-scale human rights documentation projects throughout the world. IHRLI conducts scholarly research on human rights, international criminal law, and international humanitarian law. The Institute also prepares DePaul law students, activists and scholars for careers in human rights through fellowship programs, special courses, internships and research opportunities in Chicago and abroad.