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August 24, 2026
This training provides a comprehensive overview for Human Rights Officers (HRO) and how they promote and protect human rights in diverse contexts. Participants will explore the history and principles of international human rights law, clients’ rights guaranteed by Rhode Island, and the role of the HRO in behavioral health services. Through interactive exercises and practical guidance, the training emphasizes how to identify rights violations and employ HROs as a source of advocacy, support, and protection for clients.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the history of human rights
- Identify clients’ rights as outlined by BHDDH and the state of Rhode Island
- Explain the role of an HRO and how it works to provide protection
- Describe the reporting process when violations are encountered
Trainer Bio
Anna Erdei, MBA, MA, LMHC, joined Bay State Community Services (BSCS) in August 2020 and is responsible for overseeing the Outpatient Clinic, the BHCP program, and the criminal justice and correctional programs. In her current role as Senior Vice President of Outpatient Services, Anna provides supervision and support to all programs in the Outpatient Clinic, including the Director of the Heart-to Heart Program, Behavioral-Health Community Partners, and Recovery Coaching Services. She currently serves as the Human Rights Officer at BSCS.
Anna obtained her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University and her MBA with concentration in healthcare management from Northeastern University. She received her LMHC licensure in 2007.