Righting Wrongs

In Righting Wrongs, Kenneth Roth delivers a powerful account of his thirty years leading Human Rights Watch. Raised by a father who fled Nazi Germany, Roth brings a deeply personal drive to his global mission. This memoir charts his journeys to document atrocities, from the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide to modern crises in Ukraine and Myanmar, showing how his organization systematically exposed abuses to hold oppressive regimes accountable.

The book is remarkable for its pragmatic analysis of international advocacy. Roth details how he used public shaming as a tool to force diplomatic shifts, writing with the precision of an investigator and the pace of a political thriller. He avoids easy idealism, offering a realistic look at the complex calculations, setbacks, and victories that define the modern struggle for justice.

This volume is essential for students of international relations, activists, and anyone concerned with global ethics. It provides an indispensable guide to how international law, field investigations, and media strategy intersect to challenge authoritarian power and protect vulnerable populations worldwide.