As COVID-19 spreads across the globe, daily life has come to a standstill for millions—but for local leaders and grassroots organizers, their work is just beginning.
From Latin America to Sub-Saharan Africa, Fund-backed activists and organizations are working tirelessly to protect the health, safety, and rights of their communities. Below, you can read their inspiring stories #fromthefrontlines of the pandemic in the Global South.
The Fund was built for a moment like this. Our model of flexible funding and strategic assistance enables our partners to adapt their work, reallocate resources, and provide the support their communities need.
Help us ensure frontline activists and community leaders have the resources necessary to safeguard fundamental human rights and defend vulnerable or marginalized populations. With your support, we will weather this storm—together.

Art, Activism, and NGO Storytelling: Highlights from a Discussion Between James Logan and Ekow Eshun
October 21, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Fund-supported Groups Are Tackling Hunger On World Food Day
October 16, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
What Kind of Support Do Human Rights Activists Need During COVID-19?
September 28, 2020 • by David Mattingly
Civic Space Another of COVID-19’s Victims
September 23, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
In Uganda, Community Radio Educates People About COVID-19—and Human Rights
September 9, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Meet the Nationwide Coalition Supporting Human Rights Defenders in Kenya
August 25, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
A Hotline Providing Hope for Women Facing Abuse in El Salvador
August 18, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Working to Address Remote Learning Gaps in Uganda
August 6, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Dismantling Inequality Must Be Part of the Pandemic Response
July 31, 2020 • by Regan Ralph
Nepali Laborers Win a Decisive Victory in Northern India
July 30, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Announcing the COVID-19 Grassroots Justice Fund
July 20, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
How Are Human Rights Defenders Responding to COVID-19?
July 15, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Celebrate Pride With This Tunisian Comic about LGBTQ Life in Lockdown
June 30, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Creating a Lifeline for Domestic Workers in India
June 25, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
UPDATE: Ugandan Activists Rally to Defend Arrested LGBTQ Youth
June 9, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Ensuring Answers for Families of Migrants Lost to the Pandemic
June 5, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Nigerian Civil Society Pushes Back on Draconian Disease Bill
May 21, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
In Sierra Leone, Community Leaders Are Learning from the Ebola Crisis to Safeguard Children
May 15, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
As Myanmar’s Military Advances, Karen Groups Call for Peace – and Offer Relief
May 13, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Local Leaders Fight for Rights and Relief on India’s Tea Plantations
May 4, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Local Leaders Combat Food Insecurity in Honduras
April 27, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Facing Restrictive Emergency Measures, Nigerian Activists Unite To Overcome
April 14, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Meet the Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines Helping Communities Face the Pandemic
April 9, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Pivoting to Protect the Health and Rights of Migrants in Morocco
April 3, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights
Honduran Police Abuse Pandemic Powers, Local Activists Push Back
April 1, 2020 • by Fund for Global Human Rights