About us
Turning awareness into impact
Advancing human rights through advocacy, legal awareness, and meaningful dialogue within diverse student and global communities.
Welcome to IHRS
A small beginning, now advancing real human rights change
The International Human Rights Society (IHRS) began with just six individuals—each from different backgrounds, religions, and perspectives—brought together by one shared belief: that rights only matter when they are actively protected.
What started as a small group addressing student concerns quickly grew into something more structured. We began by helping students navigate issues around fairness, representation, and access to their rights within the university environment. Over time, that work expanded into broader conversations about justice, accountability, and human rights in practice.
IHRS is built on the idea that diversity of thought is not a weakness—it is the foundation of stronger, more balanced advocacy. We do not aim to speak for people; we aim to create a platform where voices are heard, challenged, and taken seriously.
Today, IHRS continues to grow as a space for legal awareness, critical discussion, and practical action. Whether through events, advocacy, or collaboration, our focus remains the same: turning awareness into impact, and principles into real protection for those who need it.
What we stand for
Our mission & values
To advance human rights through knowledge, action and fearless legal advocacy — so that every student and community we reach knows their rights and can use them.
Equality
Every person deserves the same dignity, voice and protection.
Justice
Rights only matter when they are actively protected.
Student empowerment
We build the confidence and knowledge to stand up for yourself and others.
Diversity of thought
Different backgrounds and perspectives make our advocacy stronger.
Leadership
Meet our leadership
The Executive Committee guiding IHRS across our campuses.
Muhammad Bilal
President
Tufale Ahmed
Vice President
Ashima Saini
Head of Operations
Deeza Singh Dahal
Treasurer
Dihan Ahmed Mahi
Head of Student Affairs
Bhojraj Ghimire
Head of Events
Rahul
General Secretary
Nabin Singh Goyala
Joint Secretary
Rubayed Ahmed
Head of IT
Open position
Student Ambassador
Want to be a member of IHRS?
Join a community committed to justice, dialogue and human rights. Sign up through the Students’ Union, or apply to help lead one of our departments.