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HUMAN RIGHTS VOICES
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 455224727 · Form 990 · FY2025 · NTEE Q70 · International Affairs · Small ($100K-$1M) · humanrightsvoices.org
revenue
$556K
expenses
$506K
net assets
$768K
employees
2
program ratio
82%
mission · from form 990

TO DRAW ATTENTION TO VICTIMS OF HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSE, MAKE TRANSPARENT THE UNITED NATIONS' RECORD ON ITS PROMISE TO IDENTIFY AND CONDEMN HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS, AND TO PROVIDE AN INFORMATION BASE AND DIRECTION FOR MODERN-DAY DEMOCRATIC SOCIETIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Human Rights Voices documents and publicizes human rights abuses, with a focus on antisemitism, violence against Israelis, and perceived bias against Israel in international institutions like the United Nations. The organization highlights victim testimonies, critiques UN agencies such as UNRWA and the Human Rights Council, and advocates for accountability in cases of sexual violence, terrorism, and institutional discrimination. It operates as a digital platform publishing articles, reports, and multimedia content.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Durban Watch
Monitors and reports on the Durban process and related UN conferences, highlighting antisemitism and systemic bias against Israel
UN Watch
Documents and critiques perceived institutional bias against Israel within the United Nations, including UNRWA, the Human Rights Council, and special rapporteurs
Victim Voices
Amplifies personal testimonies of victims of terrorism, antisemitic attacks, and human rights abuses, particularly related to the October 7 Hamas attacks
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Human Rights Advocacy & Accountability 2 activities
    • Document and report on human rights abuses related to the October 7 attacks and hostage crisis
      Produces detailed reports and publicizes firsthand testimonies documenting sexual violence and other human rights abuses committed during the October 7 attacks and in captivity, including amplifying the voices of freed hostages before international bodies.
    • Research and publish on UN human rights mechanisms and accountability
      Conducts in-depth research on the UN human rights treaty system, Council/Commission actions, resolution patterns, and institutional performance; maintains datasets and rankings of states condemned for human rights violations from 2003–2017.
  • Human Rights Advocacy and Public Education 1 activity
    • Expose and challenge human rights violations in Iran and other countries
      Documents and publicizes persecution of religious minorities in Iran, including the Baha’i community, and highlights Iran’s nuclear proliferation activities and concealment efforts based on IAEA findings.
  • General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
    • Track and publish data on U.S. funding and expenditures within the United Nations
      Reports on annual U.S. financial contributions to the United Nations across assessed, voluntary, and in-kind categories, and cites UN system-wide expenditure data to inform transparency and accountability discussions.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Monitor and critique UN actions and bias concerning Israel and antisemitism
      Documents and analyzes the United Nations' disproportionate focus on Israel, including structural mechanisms like permanent agenda items, special rapporteurs, and UNRWA’s unique mandate; critiques the Durban process and related conferences for fostering antisemitism under the guise of anti-racism.
    • Oppose and analyze the UN Commission of Inquiry on Israel and Palestine
      Documents advocacy efforts by anti-Israel NGOs in support of the Commission of Inquiry, publishes commentary opposing its leadership and findings, and compiles submissions related to its timeline and knowledge base.
    • Report on global human rights issues and UN accountability gaps
      Documents human rights consequences of discriminatory laws (e.g., Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ legislation), critiques UN inaction on terrorism definitions and enforcement, and highlights individuals or entities within the UN system alleged to promote antisemitism or have extremist ties.
financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$556K
Contributions & grants$556K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$506K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$180K
Grants paid out$100K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$768K
Cash$563K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$768K
Liquid reserves13.3 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +6.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ANNE BAYEFSKY PRESIDENT 25 $50K
board members · 2
  • ELLEN E CHURCHILL — DIRECTOR
  • ROBERT IMMERMAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12

Who they work with

  • Human Rights Council Government — Monitors and reports on the Human Rights Council as a key UN human rights mechanism.
  • International Criminal Court Government — Reports on and critiques actions of the ICC, particularly regarding investigations into Israeli leaders and misconduct by the prosecutor.
  • Navi Pillay Partner — Former Chair of the Commission of Inquiry, subject of critical analysis by Human Rights Voices
  • Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Partner — Collaborated on a review of the UN human rights treaty system and authoring of a major reform report in 2001
  • Touro HRH Institute Partner — Collaborated with Touro HRH Institute on a video presentation regarding the UN Human Rights Council.
  • U.S. Congress Partner — Supports legislative efforts by members of Congress to reassess U.S. funding to the United Nations.
  • UNRWA Government — Critically monitors and reports on alleged ties between UNRWA staff and Hamas.
  • United Nations Government — Critical engagement with the United Nations' role in the Durban conferences and related human rights processes.
  • United Nations Government — Monitors and critiques structural bodies and mechanisms within the United Nations system related to Israel and Palestine.
  • United Nations Government — Monitors and reports on U.S. funding and policy engagement with the United Nations.
  • United Nations Government — Primary source of data on resolutions, decisions, and official actions related to human rights violations
  • United Nations Human Rights Council Government — Monitors and challenges findings and procedures of the UN Human Rights Council, particularly regarding allegations against Israel.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Exposure of Systemic Bias in International Institutions
    methodology: expose_bias_in_international_institutions
    By systematically documenting and publicizing structural flaws, disproportionate scrutiny, and perceived antisemitism within UN human rights mechanisms, the organization seeks to delegitimize biased outcomes and drive institutional reform, because exposing systemic bias undermines the credibility of unfair processes and mobilizes public and legislative pressure.
  • Institutional Accountability Through Transparency and Evidence-Based Advocacy
    methodology: transparency-and-accountability
    By using rigorous research, formal institutional tracking, and public documentation of UN actions, the organization promotes accountability in human rights governance, because limiting claims to formally recorded actions increases credibility and strengthens the argument for reform based on observable institutional behavior rather than advocacy narratives.
  • Media and Public Advocacy to Shift Perception and Policy
    methodology: media_advocacy
    By leveraging media tools such as video content and crowdsourced visual critiques, the organization raises public awareness and shapes discourse around UN bias, because compelling narratives and accessible formats amplify criticism of international institutions and mobilize broader support for reform or disengagement.
  • Reform Through Institutional Engagement and Accountability
    methodology: international human rights reform
    By engaging with UN mechanisms, tracking formal institutional actions, and producing expert research, the organization aims to reform international human rights governance from within, because credible, evidence-based participation increases influence over normative standards and promotes structural integrity.