GHRH Virtual Work Experience Programme

At the Girls Human Rights Hub, we believe in empowering the next generation of advocates, lawyers, and leaders by offering meaningful and accessible opportunities to explore careers in human rights law and advocacy.

Whether you’re a high school or university student, graduate, or simply exploring your career options, our new virtual work experience programme is designed to inspire, equip, and engage you with the tools and knowledge you need to make a difference in the field of girls' human rights.

Carefully crafted by our team of legal and human rights experts, the five-step programme provides practical skills, real-world scenarios, and essential insights to boost your career prospects.

Our virtual programme is open to all students, young professionals, and advocates (ages 16-24) who are interested in gaining valuable experience in human rights law and advocacy. For Members, the programme is £25. Non-members must pay £35 to secure their place in the programme. Join a growing community of passionate advocates working to advance the rights of girls around the world.

Learn more here: https://www.ghrh.org/ghrh-virtual-work-experience.

Work Experience Overview:

Duration: 5 days

Format: Each day, a 120 minute session will consist of:

• 60-minute Lecture from an expert speaker
• 30-minute assignment
• 30-minute reflection
• Delivered online to enable participants from all over the world to attend.

Participants: students, young professionals, and advocates (ages 16-24).

Objectives

The GHRH Scholars Programme aims to:

1. Provide participants with a deep understanding of pressing issues related to girls' human rights.
2. Create a platform for exchange between scholars, practitioners, and experts.
3. Encourage collaborative problem-solving and advocacy strategies.
4. Build knowledge and skills in research, public speaking, and policy-making.

Daily Topics

Day 1: Introduction to Girls’ Rights Law

Morning Session (60 minutes): Understanding Legal Frameworks for Girls' Rights: Overview of key international treaties and legal instruments (e.g., CRC, CEDAW).

Speaker: Legal academic with expertise in human rights law.

Assignment (30 minutes): Identify one key human rights treaty and summarize how it protects girls’ rights.

Reflection (30 minutes):Share findings in a group discussion or forum.

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Day 2: Careers in Law Firms Advocating for Girls’ Rights

Morning Session (60 minutes): Pro Bono and Corporate Social Responsibility in Law Firm

Speakers: Panel discussion with lawyers involved in pro bono work and corporate responsibility.

Assignment (30 minutes): Draft a short proposal for a pro bono initiative on a girls' rights issue.

Reflection (30 minutes): Share proposals and receive peer feedback.

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Day 3: Advocacy and Campaigns

Morning Session (60 minutes): Legal Advocacy and Public Awareness Campaigns

Speakers: Insights from a legal practitioner working in advocacy for girls’ rights.

Assignment (30 minutes): Design a brief outline of an advocacy campaign, focusing on goals and messaging.

Reflection (30 minutes): Present ideas and discuss how to measure campaign impact.

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Day 4: Strategic Litigation

Morning Session (60 minutes): Using the Courts to Advance Girls’ Rights - Case studies of strategic litigation and its outcomes.

Speaker: Lawyer experienced in human rights litigation.

Assignment (30 minutes): Write a short summary of a landmark case that impacted girls' rights.

Reflection (30 minutes): Share insights and discuss key takeaways from the case.

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Day 5: International Careers in Girls’ Rights Law

Morning Session (60 minutes): Exploring Global Opportunities: Careers at the UN, international NGOs, and regional organizations.

Speaker: Representative from an international institution.

Assignment (30 minutes): Draft a personal career plan, identifying one potential role and the skills needed to succeed.

Reflection (30 minutes): Share career plans and receive feedback from peers or facilitator

Key Features:

• Short Sessions: Each day consists of a 60-minute live session, a 30-minute assignment, and a 30-minute reflection.
• Interactive Platform: Zoom for live sessions and Google Docs for assignments.
• Global Accessibility: Designed for participants in multiple time zones.
• Certificate of Completion: Based on participation in live sessions and submission of assignments.

Objectives

The GHRH Scholars Programme aims to:

1. Provide participants with a deep understanding of pressing issues related to girls' human rights.
2. Create a platform for exchange between scholars, practitioners, and experts.
3. Encourage collaborative problem-solving and advocacy strategies.
4. Build knowledge and skills in research, public speaking, and policy-making.