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Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
@Kennedy_HRC
Exposing injustice and championing human rights, inspired by the legacy of Sen. Robert and Ethel Kennedy. Led by @KerryKennedyRFK.
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Dec 10, 2025
    Our 2025 #RippleOfHope Gala is in full swing! As many of you may have heard in the room just now, we’re thrilled to share that starting today, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights is rebranding to honor the legacy of our founder and hero, Mrs. Ethel Skakel Kennedy. From now on, we will
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
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    Aug 6, 2018
    We are honored to present @BarackObama with our 2018 Ripple of Hope Award. #RFK50
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
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    Dec 13, 2018
    "The story of the last 50 years is the story of a more just and peaceful world. I have seen it. I have lived it. You have too." President @BarackObama is our #RippleofHope Laureate. #RFK50
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Oct 10, 2024
    Thank you, Mrs. Kennedy, for everything. Rest in eternal peace. 🤍
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Dec 6, 2022
    Tonight, we’re presenting the #RippleofHope award to these incredible changemakers for their dedication to social change and making our world a better and more hopeful place. Join us tonight in congratulating these inspiring leaders! #RFKAwards
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
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    Jun 5, 2018
    "You have a moral responsibility to get into good trouble," @repjohnlewis. #HRA2018 #RFK50
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
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    Aug 7, 2017
    Venezuelan humanitarian @AlfredoRomero named 2017 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award laureate. Read more: rfkhumanrights.org/news/news/hra-…
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Jun 6, 2023
    “Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope.” Today, and everyday, we’re proud to champion Robert F. Kennedy’s enduring legacy.
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Jun 23, 2018
    NEW: Ethel Kennedy, 90, announces she will join #BreakBreadNotFamilies hunger fast in McAllen, TX, alongside @KerryKennedyRFK, @RepJoeKennedy, @KeeganMKey, @DoloresHuerta & dozens more.
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Dec 7, 2022
    An incredible night of inspiration, leadership, and hope for the future. Enormous thanks to all those whose support makes our work possible. 🌟 And congratulations to our 2022 #RippleofHope laureates whose courageous pursuit of equality gives us great hope for the future!
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
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    Jul 26, 2017
    BREAKING: @RFKHumanRights will post $100k bail for Pedro Hernandez, 17yo held for a year at Rikers & pressured to plead guilty. 1/
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
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    Jun 6, 2018
    "In our sleep, pain which cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart until, in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom through the awful grace of God.” A standing ovation for @repjohnlewis. #RFK50
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    Jul 27, 2017
    Today, #PedroHernandez will walk free from Rikers Island, thanks to the work of countless advocates like @shaunking and our own @wademc.
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    Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
    @Kennedy_HRC
    May 9, 2018
    We’re pleased to present our 2018 Human Rights Award Laureates! @AMarch4OurLives, @UNITEDWEDREAM, @ColorOfChange, @iiycfamily are youth-led social justice movements altering our world for the better. Read our full release below: #HRA2018 rfkhumanrights.org/news/2018-huma…