Freedom of expression, explained
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The Declaration of Human Rights of the United Nations from 1948 says “Freedom of expression is a fundamental human right.” But not every nation allows free expression to their people. ExplainityChannel digs into the meaning of freedom of expression and what kind of rights this implicates.
Reflect on the balance between freedom of expression and the need to restrict certain types of speech, such as libel or slander. How should societies navigate this balance?
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About Universal Human Rights
In 1948 the United Nations issued a Universal Declaration of Human Rights that laid out a common standard of fundamental rights to be universally protected. But how much do you know about the rights and freedoms everyone, everywhere - including you - is entitled to? Explore this page to learn more about the history, philosophy and practice of ensuring universal human rights, brought to you in partnership with the Open Society Foundations.
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- Lesson Plan created by Cheney Munson
