About Kherson House of Human Rights

Rights are real only when people can use them.

We are a Ukrainian non-profit organisation working to protect human rights, strengthen civil society and make legal knowledge and practical support more accessible to people facing difficult circumstances.

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Based in Kherson, Ukraine · Registered non-profit organisation · EDRPOU 46308540

What guides us

A clear purpose. A longer view.

Our mission responds to urgent needs. Our vision is about the kind of society that should emerge beyond them.

01 / OUR MISSION

Defend rights. Make support possible.

To protect rights and freedoms, promote an active civil society and help people affected by war, crises and social vulnerability. We bring knowledge, resources and initiatives together so that support can become practical.

02 / OUR VISION

A society where dignity is protected.

We believe in a democratic Ukraine where rights are respected, people have equal opportunities and civil society can work constructively with public institutions and international partners.

Why this matters

The law should be a source of protection, not another obstacle.

For someone dealing with displacement, uncertainty or an unfamiliar procedure, even knowing where to begin can be difficult. Human rights work helps turn principles into understandable choices and real opportunities to act.

01 Access to useful information

02 Equal treatment and legal protection

03 Stronger communities and public accountability

Areas of activity

Five ways we put rights into practice.

Our work spans individual assistance, public education, advocacy and community initiatives. These areas reinforce one another.

01 / LEGAL AID

Legal help and guidance

Helping people understand legal questions, their rights and the procedures that may affect their lives.

02 / EDUCATION

Knowledge people can use

Sharing legal information and building a stronger culture of human rights and the rule of law.

03 / ADVOCACY

Rights without exclusion

Advocating for people whose rights are especially vulnerable, including children, veterans, displaced people, people with disabilities and minorities.

04 / COMMUNITY RESPONSE

Standing with communities through crises

Developing community initiatives that respond to the consequences of war, emergencies and other disruptions to everyday life.

05 / SOCIAL SUPPORT

Practical support where it is needed

Supporting families facing difficult circumstances and encouraging voluntary and humanitarian initiatives.

Our values

Principles are only useful when we live by them.

These commitments guide what we advocate for, how we understand people's needs and why the protection of rights must remain at the centre of public life.

01Respect for human dignity
02The rule of law
03Democracy
04Freedom and human rights
05Non-discrimination

Published project results

Work should be visible. So should the evidence.

We want visitors, partners and potential supporters to look beyond our words. The figures below are published on our projects page.

2 completed projects listed on our website

932 people reported as having received assistance

1.32m UAH in combined reported project budgets

Figures reflect the published Legal Aid Programme and Charity Pharmacy Programme, not a forecast of what future donations will achieve.

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Transparency and accountability

Trust begins with information you can verify.

Our official documents, organisational registration details and project reporting are available through the website. We welcome questions from people considering cooperation or financial support.

Kherson House of Human Rights

Ukrainian non-profit organisation · EDRPOU 46308540

Organisational documents Registration, statutes and non-profit documentation

Project reporting Published information on programmes and budgets (UA)

Contact our team Questions, cooperation and partnership enquiries

Be part of the work

A more just future takes sustained effort.

Whether you want to support the organisation, explore a partnership or volunteer your time, there is a place to begin. Choose the way that makes sense for you.

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Our partners

The Kherson House of Human Rights, a non-governmental organisation
EDRPOU code: 46308540