Human Rights Day is observed annually on the 10th of December.
What is Human Rights Day? It is the anniversary of an amazing time in 1948 when all the world’s countries came together and agreed on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which guarantees basic human rights for every single human being anywhere in the world.
You might be thinking, we don’t have human rights everywhere in the world, and that is correct. That’s why we’re talking about the importance of working for equality every single day, decade after decade, to make the world a better place for every single person who lives in it.
So on this Human Rights Day, let us recommit ourselves to fighting for equality, not only in the United States but all around the world. Together our voices are powerful and we can make a difference.
What You Can Do
There are many ways to celebrate Human Rights Day, both individually and as part of a community. Some ideas for how to celebrate this day include:
- Learn about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and what it means for people around the world.
- Take action to support human rights in your own community. This could include volunteering with a local organization that works on human rights issues or taking part in a peaceful demonstration to raise awareness about a particular issue.
- Use social media to share information and stories about human rights issues, and to show your support for human rights efforts around the world.
- Hold a community event or educational forum to raise awareness about human rights issues and what people can do to support them.
- Donate to organizations that work on human rights issues, either financially or with in-kind donations.
Overall, the most important thing is to take the time to reflect on the importance of human rights and to take action to support and defend them.