Human Rights

This organization protects the rights of people of all genders.

Scroll down to read the various stories from Canadians as they tell their immigration story; there are videos embedded as well.

Exhibitions and stories that explore the diversity of human rights

As the largest US LGBTQ civil rights organization, HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ people are ensured of their basic equal rights, and can be open, honest and safe at home, at work and in the community.

Human Rights Watch enquête sur des abus commis à travers le monde afin de les dénoncer.

This illustrated version of the Declaration of Human Rights is available from the United Nations website.

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Learn the history of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the difficulties of protecting those rights.
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A simplified version of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) for students.

The purpose of YHRI is to teach youth about human rights, specifically the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and inspire them to become advocates for tolerance and peace.