2002 NAICS Definitions
813311 Human Rights Organizations
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in promoting causes associated with human rights either for a broad or specific constituency. Establishments in this industry address issues, such as protecting and promoting the broad constitutional rights and civil liberties of individuals and those suffering from neglect, abuse, or exploitation; promoting the interests of specific groups, such as children, women, senior citizens, or persons with disabilities; improving relations between racial, ethnic, and cultural groups; and promoting voter education and registration. These organizations may solicit contributions and offer memberships to support these causes.
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
| Go to: | No change 1997 to 2002 | 2002 NAICS to 1987 SIC | 1997 Economic Census | Bridge Between 1997 NAICS and SIC |
| 2002 NAICS | 1997 NAICS | 1987 SIC | Corresponding Index Entries |
|---|---|---|---|
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Associations for retired persons, advocacy |
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Civil liberties organizations |
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Developmentally disabled advocacy organizations |
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Human rights advocacy organizations |
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Mentally retarded advocacy groups |
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Senior citizens advocacy organizations |
| 813311 | 813311 | 8399 | Veterans' rights organizations |
