Introduction to Human Rights: Lesson 6

Game: How do Human Rights relate to your daily life ?

Human rights issues surround us everywhere in our lives. Whether you speak your, freely choose your partner or gather with friends in public. Human rights seek to ensure that we are treated fairly and equally at work, at school and at home.

In the following exercise, align the daily life situations with the human rights that are affected. Drag and drop the concerned next to the related statement.

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Introduction to Human Rights: Lesson 5

What are Human Rights ?

There is not one single definition of human rights, but common to all approaches, is the conviction that human rights are fundamental for us to live in dignity as human beings. 

Human rights are guarantee the equality of all people, integrity of the person, privacy, personal freedoms and fulfillment of basic existential and social needs. 

Human rights are the rights and freedom that  belong to each and every person, because we are all human beings. 

So, we are all entitled to these rights and freedom whatever our nationality, place of residence, sex, color, region, language or any other status. Human rights help to define how we can live together peacefully, while safeguarding the rights and freedoms of each individual. 

Introduction to Human Rights: Lesson 3

What inspires you to  stand up for Human Rights ?

Maria Munir: I think there is no one inspiration that really comes to mind. I think, for me, it's empowering to be part of a community of human rights defenders. I think no one can really work in isolation, and for me, especially when, you know, I've been down, or feeling like I need a jolt in the right direction. It's really inspiring to be able to see what other people have achieved, whether its in my own field or not. I like to feel part of a community, because I think we're stronger that way. But obviously, my friends see a brighter future for me, and I think that's really important. I think when you're doing human rights work it can be very pessimistic, 'cause you're fighting against a lot of forces and a lot of institutions and power structures which are really hard to unpack. So, I think it's important to be in a positive environment. I think a lot of people would be surprised to hear that I don't find myself inspiring at all. 'cause I am just an ordinary person doing things that to some, feel extraordinary. But I think everyone can have an impact in their own small way, and for me, it just happens to be in a public atmosphere.

The 327 TOEFL Words you need to know

Below are the 327 best TOEFL vocabulary words, in alphabetical order.

1. Abundunt      = Present in large quantities
                          = Living close to a lake means we have an abundant supply of water.
2. Accumulate   = To gradually collect.
                          = Each fall, leaves accumulate in our driveway.
3. Accustomed  = Used to something.
                          = Having 8 a.m classes means I'm accustomed to getting up early.
4. Acquire         = To come into possession of.
                          = When my grandmother died, I acquired her cookbook collection.
5. Adamant       = Refusing t change an opinion.
                          = The defendant was adamant that he was innocent.
6. Adequate       = Enough to suit your needs.
                          = Our houses isn't big, but it's adequate for the two of us.
7. Adjacent        = Close to or Next to.
                          = The park is adjacent to the school.
8. Adjust           = To change something so it  serves its purpose better.
                         = The bike seat may be too high; you'll probably need to adjust it.
9. Advantage    = Something that makes it easier to achieve success.
                          = His height gives him an advantage in basketball.
10. Advocate    =To publicly support.
                         = My aunt is major advocate for women's rights.
11. Adverse      = Unfavorable; against one's desire.
                         = I had an adverse reaction to my medication and had to stop taking it.