IHRN creates, applies and learns from, Human Rights Based Approaches through these five types of activity:

1. Own-initiative projects: proposed by Network experts
2. Consultancy: as independent advisor it tailors multi-disciplinary teams to provide support at all stages of the management cycle from problem analysis through to evaluation.
3. Learning: pooling experience through a cycle of participatory activities including training, research and consultation. *New: 2008 Training dates
4. Pro bono support: for other not-for-profit organisations which share the Network’s core principles. Central to this activity is the mentoring of young human rights advocates in developing countries.
5. Advocacy: the Network acts as an advocate of change, independently and in coalition with others.