HRDAG

HRDAG, which stands for the Human Rights Data Analysis Group, is a non-profit organization that applies scientific methods to the analysis of human rights data. Founded in 2004, HRDAG works with human rights organizations, international bodies, and governments to document and investigate patterns of violence, including atrocities and violations of international law. Their work aims to provide evidence for accountability, justice, and policy change.

The organization's core expertise lies in statistical analysis, data management, and the development of innovative methodologies for studying human rights abuses. HRDAG's projects often involve collecting and analyzing large datasets related to conflict, displacement, torture, and extrajudicial killings. They employ techniques such as survival analysis, regression modeling, and spatial analysis to identify trends, quantify the scale of abuses, and attribute responsibility where possible.

HRDAG's analyses have been used in numerous high-profile cases, contributing to truth commissions, international criminal tribunals, and advocacy efforts. They also train human rights practitioners in data analysis techniques, aiming to build local capacity for monitoring and documenting violations. The group emphasizes transparency and the rigorous application of scientific standards in their work, seeking to ensure that their findings are credible and impactful in the pursuit of human rights.