Human Rights Day 2018

70th Anniversary of the United Nations Declaration of Human Righs This assembly marks 70 years since the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was formed in 1948 70th Anniversary of the United Nations Declaration of Human Righs

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan

Freedom Freedom is a word we all know but can take for granted. What is freedom? On the second click the question will appear: What is freedom?

Is freedom being refused an education? Ask students to raise their hands to show if the images reflect freedom (Freedom is) or do not reflect freedom (Freedom is not).

Is freedom choosing your own relationship? Ask students to raise their hands to show if the images reflect freedom (Freedom is) or do not reflect freedom (Freedom is not).

Is freedom having your house taken away? Ask students to raise their hands to show if the images reflect freedom (Freedom is) or do not reflect freedom (Freedom is not).

Human rights The freedoms that we all enjoy in the UK are human rights! Human rights are the basic freedoms and rights that belong to every human being! But why do we need human rights and how did they come about?

Protecting people During The Holocaust in the Second World War about six million European Jews were killed - about two-thirds of the population of European Jews. Millions more were murdered included Romani gypsies, homosexuals, people with disabilities and other political and religious opponents. The total number of Holocaust victims is between 11 million and 17 million people. Human rights help to make sure the Government does not misuse their power and harm their citizens.

Human Rights Act 1998 Since the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, there have been other Acts such as the Human Rights Act of 1998 This is a UK law that exists to make sure the UK Government and public bodies, like schools, police and hospitals, protect your human rights.

Human Rights Act 1998 Some of your human rights include: Freedom from torture and very cruel treatment The right to liberty and security The right to have your own thoughts, religion and beliefs The right to privacy and family life Freedom of expression and opinions The right to meet people and gather in public places The right to an education The right to vote in elections once you reach the voting age Note. These are the human rights the UK is required to follow under the European Convention on Human Rights.

Be the person who makes a difference So what does it mean to stand up for human rights now? We are now going to show you some inspirational examples! Be the person who makes a difference

Stand up against racism http://www.standup4humanrights.org/en/hr- champions-kboateng.html Stand up against racism

Stand up for people with disabilities Standing up for disability Stand up for people with disabilities

Stand up for children’s rights by protecting the environment Stand up for the environment Stand up for children’s rights by protecting the environment

Speaking out against homophobia Stand up against homophobia Gareth Thomas talks about the recent homophobic attack on him

For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. Nelson Mandela It is important to remember and respect that we all have human rights. When we all respect each other’s human rights, it can help us all get along and live in freedom and peace.