Atlantic believes that all people should be treated with dignity, respect and fairness, and have full and equal access to civil, political, social and socioeconomic rights. We are alert to the fact that human rights problems exist everywhere and are likely always to be with us. We understand that while there are gains in some areas, there may be losses in others. As a result, we believe that the most important legacy we can leave in our short lifetime is a sustainable set of organisations with the proven ability to protect and advance rights.

To help build societies in which everyone’s rights are more likely to be observed and protected, and in which the rule of law is respected, the Reconciliation & Human Rights Programme seeks to enhance the ability of key organisations to advocate and communicate effectively. We also support the development of strong leaders in the human rights field, and endeavour to strengthen connections between diverse groups that are committed to protecting and expanding human rights. We do this at the grassroots, organisational, and government levels. The Programme also supports advocacy campaigns for specific public policy changes to promote reconciliation and address the root causes of conflict, discrimination, and inequity in the communities where change is needed the most. The Programme is active in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa and the United States.

Although we have distinct objectives for each targeted region, we seek to achieve the following:

• A culture in which everyone’s rights are more likely to be respected and protected

• Societies which respect the rule of law

• Advancement of policies, laws, and practices to protect human rights

• Mobilized constituencies working on behalf of human rights and reconciliation

• Enduring capacity to create lasting change and promote human rights and reconciliation.
  

Grantees in Action

View grantee profiles to find out more about some of the organisations we’re funding through our Reconciliation & Human Rights Programme, and view brief summaries of all of our grants in this area.

News & Resources

The latest news and information on our work in the areas of peace-building and human rights can be found here, along with reports, publications and other resources generated by our grantees and our staff.

Continue to read about our Reconciliation & Human Rights Programme in action in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa or the United States »