SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE)

The School for Human Rights, located at 600 Kingston Avenue in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public secondary school that operates under the New York City Department of Education. As a specialized institution, it distinguishes itself by integrating human rights education into its core curriculum. The school fosters an environment centered on global citizenship, social justice, and civic responsibility, encouraging students to analyze historical and contemporary human rights issues while developing the critical thinking skills necessary to advocate for equality and ethical treatment in their own communities and beyond.

Beyond its focus on social advocacy, the school emphasizes a supportive and inclusive culture that aims to prepare students for success in college and professional careers. By employing restorative practices and maintaining a rigorous academic program, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become empathetic leaders. Its location within the larger campus of the Erasmus Hall Educational Campus allows students to benefit from shared extracurricular activities, sports, and a broader community network, all while remaining grounded in the school’s unique mission of promoting human dignity and global awareness.