Human Rights & Justice

Protecting rights, amplifying voices and driving change

In a world marked by inequality, conflict, and displacement, standing up for justice is no longer optional – it is essential.

The Krishna Rao Foundation believes that every human being, regardless of geography or circumstance, deserves dignity, safety, and the right to be heard. That’s why we support organisations that challenge systemic injustice, demand accountability, and advocate for the world’s most vulnerable — from children and women to marginalised communities silenced by fear or discrimination.

Our grants have helped fund landmark reports, global advocacy campaigns, and grassroots legal support, turning compassion into lasting change.

Our global human rights partners

Amnesty international

Standing up for human rights on a global scale

Our support since 2012 helped Amnesty move its operations from London to 14 strategic regional offices, empowering local movements, digital activism and rapid response campaigns in crisis zones.

Human rights watch

Breaking the silence on child sexual abuse in India

We funded the publication of a major report exposing failures in prevention, response, and victim care – putting child protection firmly on the national agenda.

HAQ: Centre for child rights

Research and action on child trafficking

HAQ’s national-level study, supported by our grant, was released at a landmark Public Hearing in 2016. We also provided emergency support for 20 children rescued from trafficking.

Mother’s educational society for rural orphan

Fighting the devdasi system and caste-based sexual slavery

Our grant enabled a consultation of Dalit leaders from 13 Indian states to build a pressure group aimed at abolishing the exploitative devdasi practice once and for all.