Podcast

The Passion Factor

Conversations to inspire your career in human rights.

Although The Passion Factor: Pursuing a Career in Human Rights is no longer in production, the conversations continue to offer valuable insights for students, early-career professionals, and anyone exploring a future in human rights.

Created in partnership with Human Rights Pulse, the podcast features candid conversations with experienced human rights practitioners who share the lessons, challenges, and defining moments that shaped their careers. Each episode offers practical advice, honest reflections, and encouragement for those finding their own path in the sector.

Podcast Archive
The Passion Factor is no longer publishing new episodes, but the conversations remain available as a free resource for aspiring and established human rights professionals.

Featured Conversations

Hear from leading voices across the human rights sector, including:

  • Professor Manfred Nowak, Secretary General, Global Campus of Human Rights

  • Clive Baldwin, Senior Legal Advisor, Human Rights Watch

  • Tori Sicher, UK Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year (2020)

  • Nathalie Prouvez, Former Chief of the Rule of Law and Democracy Section, UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

  • Karine Ardault, Criminal Investigator, United Nations

  • Gauri Sharma, Fellow, Project Second Chance, India

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What Listeners Are Saying

“Vicki’s podcast was a pill of energy and extra motivation. It reminded me why I started studying law in the first place, why I continue working hard, and why I remain true to my passion for human rights. I recommend it to any law student or young professional considering a career in the field.”

Diana Bernardini
European Law Student, Maastricht University & Co-Founder, INTERNAction

Explore the Highlights

Whether you’re considering a career in human rights or looking for guidance from experienced practitioners, these conversations remain a valuable resource. You can listen to selected episodes below, or download on Spotify.