Founded in 1997 as an interdisciplinary program in the Center for International Studies, the University of Chicago Human Rights Program promotes innovative multi-disciplinary approaches to the study and practice of human rights. The Program's core mission to bridge the gap between theory and practice is reflected in its diverse programming: undergraduate and graduate curriculum, a summer internship program, public events and projects, and collaborations with human rights activists. Faculty teaching and leadership is complemented by student participation in all areas of the Human Rights Program.