Introducing the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center

Inspired by the legacy of Sen. Robert and Ethel Kennedy, we expose injustice and champion human rights.

As we embrace our new name, the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center, we carry forward their legacy and continue the work they started.

Our updated name ensures that our founder Ethel Kennedy’s vital dedication, vision, and leadership in the creation and achievements of our organization is recognized alongside Senator Kennedy’s. 

While our name is changing, our mission and work remain the same. We will continue to fight injustice, advance human rights, and hold governments accountable around the world in 2026 and beyond.

New year, new us. Same mission.

Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights is rebranding to honor the legacy of our founder and hero, Mrs. Ethel Skakel Kennedy. From now on, we will proudly be known as the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center

While our name is changing, our mission and work remain the same. We will continue to fight injustice, advance human rights, and hold governments accountable around the world in 2026 and beyond.