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CSIS Human Rights Initiative undertakes research and analysis on the critical role that human rights and democratic values play in a comprehensive and sustainable foreign policy.

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USAID Cuts Weaken U.S. Influence at the United Nations

Recent cuts to U.S. foreign assistance made by the Trump administration include major pullbacks on U.S. contributions to the United Nations. This jeopardizes U.S. leadership on humanitarian aid, global health, and disasters, as well as strategic competition and leadership in the UN system.

Commentary by Allison Lombardo — May 19, 2025

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Book Launch: The North Korean Conundrum

While North Korea’s nuclear weapons and the security threat it poses have occupied the center stage and eclipsed other issues in recent years, human rights remain important to U.S. policy. 

Event — October 28, 2021

Tussle for the Amazon

In this report for FIU, Senior Fellow Ryan C. Berg analyzes the recent change in dynamics between Brazil's leading criminal groups, highlights features of Brazil's Amazonas state that allow these groups to thrive, and gives policy recommendations for the U.S. and Brazilian governments to combat rising crime.

Report by Ryan C. Berg — October 25, 2021

How the Assad Regime Systematically Diverts Tens of Millions in Aid

Natasha Hall, Karam Shaar, and Munqeth Othman Agha expose how tens of millions of aid dollars spent in Syria contribute directly to the regime’s Central Bank through a distorted exchange rate.

Commentary by Natasha Hall, Karam Shaar, and Munqeth Othman Agha — October 20, 2021

The Future of Women and Girls in Afghanistan

Please join the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) on Thursday, September 30 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT for a discussion on the future of women and girls in Afghanistan in the wake of the Taliban’s ascendance in Kabul.

Event — September 30, 2021

U.S. Sanctions Squeeze Humanitarian Assistance in Afghanistan

As the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan deteriorates, the U.S. government should work with all stakeholders to establish a safe payment channel for humanitarian and organizations and financial institutions to move urgently needed funds into Afghanistan.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer, Kelly Moss, and Sue Eckert — September 29, 2021

What the Taliban Takeover Means for Food Security in Afghanistan

To address the growing hunger crisis in Afghanistan, the international community should quickly remove restrictive measures on humanitarian aid. Strengthening local agricultural systems and capacity is also imperative to stabilize the country’s long-term food security.

Critical Questions by Jamie Lutz and Jacob Kurtzer — September 27, 2021