Human Rights and Humanitarian Policy (HRHP)

For Students who declared before Fall 2025

 

Human Rights & Humanitarian Policy Curriculum

The Human Rights and Humanitarian Policy (HRHP) concentration within the MIA and MPA programs at SIPA prepares students for impactful careers addressing human rights issues across both the public and private sectors. The concentration features two focus areas within a common core curriculum. The Human Rights Policy focus area equips students with the knowledge necessary for careers in corporate social responsibility, genocide prevention, gender and globalization, and rights-based development policy. Conversely, the Humanitarian Policy focus area is tailored for careers in managing complex emergencies, early recovery, peacekeeping and peacebuilding, aid coordination, and resource mobilization.

The program benefits from the diverse experiences that students bring, enriching the classroom dynamics and discussions. Graduates have successfully pursued careers in various government agencies, the United Nations, international organizations, NGOs, corporations, community organizations, think tanks, and service organizations. The HRHP concentration provides flexibility, allowing students to specialize in either Human Rights or Humanitarian Policy, while also enabling them to gain a broader understanding of both fields.