About us
“I have worked in various civil society coalitions confronting problematic proposed UK legislation with [RSI]… In all instances, RSI has played a vital role in the coalitions, providing unique law and policy expertise on national security issues to complement targeted advocacy efforts. RSI colleagues are a pleasure to work with and their expertise is of immense value to organisations such as ourselves and to efforts to hold the UK government accountable.” – Freedom from Torture
“RSI has been a vital partner organisation in the Save our Human Rights Act coalition … We are grateful to RSI colleagues for lending their capacity and voice, from hosting a drop-in session on military justice and extraterritoriality to participating in our coalition meetings.” – Liberty
Our vision
A world that embraces a diversity of perspectives, and where systems are built to protect human rights and uphold dignity for all.
Our Mission
Through rigorous fact-finding investigations, advocacy and network-building, we hold those in power to account for human rights abuses, in order to achieve change, equal justice and accountability.
Our Goals
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Build and support inclusive movements for stronger human rights protections where national security laws and activities are concerned
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Strengthen governments’ respect for the international human rights laws and norms that apply to their security programmes
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Uphold safeguards that protect against human rights violations committed in the name of national security, such as independent investigations and oversight bodies
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Ensure that wrongdoing results in accountability and justice