- The MSc in International Human Rights Law is one of the most competitive human rights programs.
- Oxford usually offers only 30 seats each year to students from around the world.
Recognizing her efforts to promote greater understanding and dispel stereotypes, Oxford University has offered Amani Al-Khatahtbeh, the founder of Muslim Women Day, a seat to earn a Master of Science in International Human Rights Law.
International Human Rights Law at Oxford University is one of the most competitive human rights programs in academia.
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Oxford usually offers only 30 seats each year to students from around the world, nominating internationally recognized human rights scholars and advocates to join it.
“I’m honored to join such an esteemed program and learn a new approach to media through the lens of human rights law,” Amani, the founder of Muslim Girl, wrote.
”I’m very blessed that my journey is leading me to continue my education in such a prestigious institution and forge new relationships with exceptional peers in order to strengthen our work in our mutual commitment to positive change.”
Coveted Seat
The MSc in International Human Rights Law is offered by the Faculty of Law in collaboration with the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights.
Graduates of the program have gone on to “work as prosecutors and defense lawyers at the International Criminal Court, other UN criminal tribunals, and various regional human rights bodies … in various ministries in their national governments and as UN officials ranging from refugee legal protection officers to country representatives,” according to its website.
“We are looking forward to welcoming Amani and all our other new students, to the MSc in International Human Rights Law at the University of Oxford this year,” says Professor Nazila Ghanea.
Amani, an American author, activist, and tech entrepreneur, built Muslim Girl into a top resource to promote greater understanding and dispel stereotypes about the Islamic faith by amplifying Muslim women’s visibility in the media.
Her advocacy work has supported collaborative efforts with leading global organizations such as Malala Fund, Gates Foundation, and Brookings Institute, among many others.
She was included in Forbes 30 Under 30 in Media for her work with MuslimGirl. She was named one of the 25 most influential Muslim Americans by CNN.
Amani unsuccessfully ran in the Democratic primary for US Representative for New Jersey’s 6th Congressional district in 2020.