Developing Creative Tactics and StrategiesSun Tzu believed that in order to achieve success you must know yourself, know your opponent and know the terrain. In this article, human rights defenders can learn, step by step, how to adapt and use Sun Tzu’s innovative strategy to advance and enhance human rights work globally.

A big challenge in expanding people’s participation in human rights efforts is protecting human rights defenders from threats, arrest, imprisonment, torture and death. The physical presence of nonviolent, unarmed bodyguards can deter violence and discourage potential perpetrators.

Adapting Tactics: What You Should KnowMany of the tactics featured on our website and in our publications are meant to inspire you to think about new ways of doing your work. We also hope that you will find tactics that are transferable to your situation.