Welcome to our handbooks publications page! We are currently working on updating the publication order process to include Paypal. Until that time, you can contact Maryum Saifee to place an order. Please include your name, organizational affiliation, type of handbook desired, and quantity in the e-mail. The price of each book does not include shipping.
New Releases
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June 2004 (Arabic)
Price: USD $20.00
The Arabic version of "Making the Most of the Media" was updated and developed by Forefront in collaboration with Middle East and North Africa (MENA) partner groups. This culturally-specific guide aims to strengthen relations between human rights organizations and the media, both local and international, using strategies and case studies from the MENA region. Topics in the book include: facilitating media coverage, protecting victims from unwanted media exposure, using the press to further the human rights movement, and leveraging the internet. |
Soon to Be Released
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September 2004 (Arabic)
Price: USD $20.00
This new and updated edition of Forefront’s renowned Human Rights Institution Building handbook describes new strategies for establishing and sustaining human rights organizations. This guide incorporates a global perspective so that both local and international organizations can benefit from the book’s diverse range of case studies and methodologies. The Arabic edition was adapted in collaboration with Middle East and North Africa (MENA) partner groups. |
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A Guide to Raising Money to Support Human Rights Organizations Across the World
September 2004 (English)
Price: USD $20.00
Based on the knowledge of frontline, grassroots human rights defenders all over the world, this handbook is a comprehensive guide to securing international and local financial resources to support human rights work. Geared for activists and organizations, the handbook includes: tips on writing grant proposals; an exhaustive list of international foundations and donors; creative strategies for local fundraising (including events, campaigns, publications); and how to maximize limited resources through volunteers and alliances. |
First Editions
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2001 (English, French, Spanish)
Price: USD $20.00
This Forefront handbook addresses the ways in which human rights groups can successfully interface with the media to promote human rights work. Through interviews with activists and journalists around the world, Forefront has uncovered useful approaches for building long-term, effective relationships with the media. Topics in the book include: facilitating media coverage, protecting victims from unwanted media exposure, and using the press to further the human rights movement. |
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1999 (English, Spanish)
Price: USD $20.00
This Forefront handbook shares strategies for survival used by human rights defenders and organizations. Obstacles that are addressed include harassment, threats, and violence. Techniques include raising public awareness, maximizing legal/court protection, building protective alliances and networks, and appealing to international human rights mechanisms. |
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1996 (Arabic, Spanish)
Price: USD $20.00
This Forefront handbook explores how human rights organizations have successfully raised money from local sources through a diverse range of methods and strategies. The case studies included offer creative examples of earning income locally through fundraising events, campaigns, publications, and alliances. |
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1996 (Arabic)
Price: USD $20.00
The first in Forefront’s handbook series, this manual was compiled from the experiences of activists worldwide and offers an overview of organizational issues faced by human rights groups during various stages of development. The handbook covers institution-building topics including: structure, leadership, credibility, public relations, fundraising, and coalition-building. |
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