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Human Rights Foundation Reviews

4.2

82% would recommend to a friend

(44 total reviews)

Thor Halvorssen

86% approve of CEO

75% positive business outlook

Human Rights Foundation has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 44 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Human Rights Foundation employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Non-profit and NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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44 reviews
3.0
May 21, 2026
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Pros

- Friendly and flexible staff - Cool human rights work - International team - Travel to Oslo Freedom Forum

Cons

- not a strictly human rights-focused group: lots of marketing and advertising - unholistic/biased human rights coverage of the Middle East

5.0
Dec 2, 2024
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Pros

Working at the Human Rights Foundation is both challenging and incredibly fulfilling. The organization is deeply mission-driven, and you feel the impact of your work every day. The team is passionate, collaborative, and committed to making a difference in the world. The "work hard, play hard" culture is real here. We tackle big, meaningful projects with tight deadlines, which can be intense, but there’s also a strong sense of camaraderie. Whether it’s a karaoke night after our annual holiday dinner or happy hour in manhattan with the team, HRF knows how to balance the serious nature of our mission with moments of joy and connection. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and want to be part of a team that values both hard work and community, this is the place for you. Pros: Mission-driven work with global impact Collaborative and supportive team culture Access to everyone in the company from the top down Lots of freedom, unlimited PTO and great benefits Overall, HRF is a place where you can do meaningful work, grow professionally, and have fun along the way.

Cons

Fast-paced environment isn’t for everyone Work-life balance can be tricky during major events

3.0
May 29, 2024
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Pros

Knowledge about Human Rights and Social Awareness

Cons

No direct help from the government

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