The Oxford Human Rights Festival, hosted by the Centre for Development and Emergency Practice (CENDEP) at Oxford Brookes University, returns in 2026 with the theme "Breaking Free." Now in its 24th year, this student-led festival continues to raise awareness of critical human rights issues through an exciting programme of films, performances, talks, workshops, exhibitions and more. Rooted in the belief that collective action and solidarity can drive social change, this year's theme invites exploration of how people, movements, and communities across the globe have stood up for justice, equality, and human dignity.

 

Join us as we collaborate with local, national, and international voices to celebrate and examine the transformative potential of "Breaking Free". ​Our committee is currently hard at work devising the 2026 programme, but make sure to revisit this page for updates, alongside following our social media platforms, and joining our newsletter by clicking the button below.