The Protection Project is a human rights institute based at The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies in Washington, DC. Founded in 1994 to address trafficking in persons as a human rights violation, The Protection Project focuses on the promotion of human rights values throughout the world. Our emphasis is the protection of human security, especially in women’s and children’s rights; fostering civil society and NGO development through capacity & coalition building; enhancing the rule of law by encouraging citizen participation; advancing human rights education; and ultimately, e

Confrence with Ricky Martin Foundation "Combatting Trafficking in Persons in Puerto Rico"
Workshop on "Combatting Trafficking in persons in accordance with Sharia'a Law" organized by The International Organization for Migration (IOM)
“Foundational Workshop for the Establishment of the Legal Clinic at the Alexandria University Faculty of Law.”
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Are you passionate about human rights? Are you interested in the elimination of human trafficking worldwide? Did you know that there are several ways you can get involved to promote the enhancement of access to justice? At the Protection Project, we are consistently providing interesting opportunities for people to get involved. Whether you are a student seeking an internship, a researcher looking to apply for fellowships, or simply someone who has in interest in our work, we invite you to see how you can get involved!
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Spring 2007 Issue of "The Protection Project Journal of Human Rights and Civil Society"
The Protection Project Celebrates 10 years
Combating Trafficking in Persons in Accordance with the Principles of Islamic Law

Sasha's Story
Conference on Modern-Day Slavery
South Africa Conference: The Next Steps