Universal Human Rights Month
Throughout history there have been instances of wanton cruelty, and a blatant violation of the rights and privileges of mankind. Whether that was based on the color of one’s skin, their nationality, religion, or merely being unfortunate enough to be living under the regime of another country, people have regularly...
Align your brand with human rights advocacy in December by highlighting corporate social responsibility initiatives, employee volunteer programs, or donations to civil rights organizations.
- Share employee stories of volunteering with human rights organizations
- Spotlight your company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies
- Partner with NGOs to amplify awareness of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- Launch a giving campaign supporting civil rights nonprofits
During World War II there were four basic goals stated by the Allies, that ever man and woman should know and experience four freedoms. Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion, Freedom from fear, and Freedom from want. These ideas were set in place and upheld, but as was made clear by the atrocities committed by Hitler, they were woefully insufficient to guarantee and enforce the freedoms they represented.
So it came to pass in December of 1948 that the United Nations General Assembly put forth 30 articles that cover everything from rights to education, freedom, health, and more. Since this event these articles have served to help protect civilians in time of war or dictatorship, to help bring POW’s home, and to ensure that people everywhere are allowed to live in liberty and safety.