Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Definition and stakes

Portrait of Bill Clinton Bill Clinton,  Proclamation 7143

“ This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, one of the first major achievements of the U.N. The Declaration has become the standard for international human rights law, beginning with the uncompromising statement: "All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights." ”
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by the InterAction Council,  Universal Declaration of Human Responsibilities (1997)

“ We, the peoples of the world thus renew and reinforce commitments already proclaimed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: namely, the full acceptance of the dignity of all people; their inalienable freedom and equality, and their solidarity with one another. Awareness and acceptance of these responsibilities should be taught and promoted throughout the world. ”
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