Center for Human Rights Initiatives “Freedom and Rights”
We strive to build an open democratic society where the rights and freedoms of every individual are observed and protected. Our work is aimed at providing informational, consulting and educational services to civil activists and NGOs working in the field of human rights.
Training
The development of civil society is impossible without educated and competent activists. The Center conducts educational programs, seminars and trainings in order to pass on knowledge and skills to those who strive for positive change.
Mentorship
The Center organizes mentorship support for initiatives – an experienced mentor helps with project implementation, provides strategic recommendations and motivation to continue the movement. Mentorship gives confidence to those who care about the future.
Consulting
The Center provides information and consulting services to activists. Professional expertise improves the quality and effectiveness of the activities of NGOs and initiative groups in the field of human rights protection.
The Center for Human Rights Initiatives “Freedom and Rights” carries out its activities in the interests of organizations and individuals who share the principles of building an open civil society and protection of human rights.
First and foremost, our services are focused on:
  • Non-profit organizations in the field of human rights protection, carrying out systematic program activities.
  • Citizen initiative groups carrying out projects and campaigns of a social orientation on human rights issues.
  • Individual activists and volunteers participating in the human rights movement and civil campaigns.

How we are working

Training
1) You can look at the open courses that are recorded, some of them are presented on our website below.
2) Once a quarter, we announce registration for new courses on fundraising, product management, artificial intelligence strategy in NPOs, follow the news on our website and apply for participation.
3) You can request training for your team on any of our expert topics. We provide training in online and offline formats.
Mentorship
1) Mentorship is provided based on your unique needs and goals. This means you'll receive personalized advice and solutions tailored to your nonprofit or advocacy initiative.
2) Formulate your request for mentorship and send it to us by mail (listed in the Contacts section). We will select a mentor for you and discuss the time frame required to achieve your goals and working conditions.
Consulting
1) Our areas of work in fundraising are the development of a fundraising strategy, the construction of a fundraising forecast, the analysis of fundraising processes, the creation of a fundraising plan, the determination of an online fundraising strategy, the selection of fundraising tools.
2) Our areas of work in product management are developing a product line, pricing products, building a roadmap, choosing a product development strategy.
3) For other expert topics, you can formulate your request by email, and we will offer you solutions.
Expert Topics
Fundraising
We help NGOs and initiative groups with developing a fundraising strategy, creating a fundraising plan, defining tools and processes. Our consultations, trainings and mentorship support will increase the effectiveness of your fundraising.
Marketing
We provide consulting to NGOs and civil society projects on marketing issues – help with conducting marketing research, developing promotion strategies, establishing communication with target audiences. This increases the recognition of initiatives and builds audience trust.
Product Management
We help create in-demand product lines. Our experts provide consulting on developing a concept and business model for a project or initiative, assessing audience needs, packaging offers, and strategy for developing your social product.
Management
We provide consulting to executives on strategic and operational management of an organization – structure and business processes, financial planning, staff motivation, performance evaluation. Applying best practices of management will increase sustainability and effectiveness.
Project Management
We help initiative groups and NGOs with project management – provide consulting on developing a concept, planning tasks and budget, team building, implementation monitoring. Professional project management is the key to achieving goals and ensuring the sustainability of social change.
Communities
We help effectively build work with communities of supporters and like-minded people. We provide consulting on creating and promoting communities, help develop programs for audience engagement and retaining community member loyalty.
Publications and News of the Center
Free Online Courses
A special series of webinars and homework assignments for all non-profit sector executives and specialists who are ready to dive in.
An online course on the strategy for developing a non-profit organization. A step-by-step plan for working with the meanings embedded within the organization.
n online course on methods for creating educational products in the online space, about how to package your accumulated experience and transform it into a sustainable source of financing.
A special series of webinars for all non-profit sector employees who understand the need to compete for people's attention towards their activities today.
Center Team
Every day we create new materials and training programs for you
  • Polina Greisman
    Producer of training programs
  • Andrey Kuzmichev
    Head of Human Rights Division
  • Ilya Lavrov
    Head of Automation Department
Contacts
  • Executive Director of the Center

    Victoria Shchelkova

    Consultant on strategic management and process architecture in an organization


    Co-founder of the professional Fundraisers Club community with a total audience of over 18,000 people


    Mentor on product line development, community building, monetization of expert products


    E-mail: freerightshub@proton.me

    Serbia, Belgrade