Social and economic justice through human rights
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Current global crises have emphasised social and economic inequalities. What future can we expect for a more just world? This video explores current developments in implementing economic and social rights and their role in addressing and redressing unjust distribution of resources and power.
Discuss how the promotion of human rights can contribute to addressing socioeconomic injustices and inequalities highlighted by global crises,
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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.
Meet The Creators
- Video created by Global Campus of Human Rights
- Lesson Plan created by Cheney Munson
