The Irwin Cotler Institute is devoted to instruction, training, and policy-oriented research on human rights, democracy, justice, and the fight against antisemitism and racism at large.

• brings together 20 international students for weekly lectures and projects on human rights and democracy,
• engages them in discussions about Israeli society, its history, diversity and challenges,
• organizes field trips to historical sites and communities across the country,
• and trains participants how to advocate for righteous causes in their home countries in the face of shifting social landscapes.

• policymakers,
• law enforcement officials,
• media professionals,
• and educators around the world

These workshops address the contemporary challenges to democracy, democratization and human rights, and the means to fight racism at large and antisemitism specifically. The Institute convenes research seminars, and supports original policy-oriented research in diverse disciplines.

Irwin Cotler has dedicated his life’s work to championing human rights, advocating for justice on a global scale. Through his unwavering commitment and tireless efforts, he has significantly impacted the lives of countless individuals and has become a mentor and an inspiration to many.