The UN used the 60th birthday of the declaration to emphasise the living document's enduring relevance, its universality and the fact that it has everything to do with all of us. Today, it said, the UDHR is more relevant than ever. In a world threatened by racial, economic and religious divides, the universal principles of justice, fairness and equality that people across boundaries hold so deeply must be defended. Its statement continued: "As the declaration's custodians and beneficiaries, all of us must reclaim the UDHR, make it our own. While we are entitled to our human rights, we should also respect the human rights of others and help make universal human rights a reality for all of us. In our efforts lies the power of the UHDR: it is a living document that will continue to inspire generations to come."
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
