Development is a human right
Let’s Begin…
What does “development rights” mean to you? Is it a skyscraper, more money, good infrastructure? A new global legal document promotes equality bridging all rights to development. UN Human Rights explains what it aims to do.
In your opinion, why might equitable development be considered essential for the enjoyment of human rights such as free speech and liberty?
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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 UN Human Rights
- Lesson Plan created by Cheney Munson
