Human Rights Day
A day to commemorate the United Nations General Assembly's adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
About Human Rights Day
Everything you need to know about Human Rights Day
Human Rights Day is celebrated annually across the world on 10 December every year. The date was chosen to honor the United Nations General Assembly's adoption and proclamation, on 10 December 1948, of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
History of Human Rights Day
The origins and evolution of Human Rights Day
The formal establishment of Human Rights Day occurred at the 317th Plenary Meeting of the General Assembly on 4 December 1950.
How to Celebrate Human Rights Day
Meaningful ways to observe and celebrate Human Rights Day
Learn about your human rights, support human rights organizations, or speak up against injustice.
Facts about Human Rights Day
Surprising trivia and interesting details about Human Rights Day
- The UDHR is the most translated document in the world, available in over 500 languages.
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