Every new generation needs to understand the importance of upholding universal human rights and preventing genocide.

Article 1 focuses on the lessons learned from the Holocaust and the more recent consequences of ignoring human rights in Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.

Article 1 works to inform governments and citizens about the prevention of genocide and mass atrocities. We investigate and expose systematic and grave violations of human rights, making recommendations to decision-makers, the media and the public. We concentrate on atrocities that have been overlooked by the international community and work in particular in Africa.

After the Holocaust, world leaders famously pledged, “Never again.” Yet, decades later, genocide and mass atrocities continue, notably in Darfur.

In the words of a former UN rapporteur for genocide, Juan Mendez, spoken to a member of our Article 1 team, “You must be like a grain of sand in the eye of the decision-makers. Remind them constantly of their international legal obligations. Never let them forget that they have an obligation to act when massive human rights abuses and genocide take place.”