What are Human Rights?
Human Rights
Human rights are rights we have simply because we exist as human beings - they are not granted by any state/government. These universal rights are inherent to us all, regardless of nationality, sex, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, language, or any other status.
Human Rights are:
Universal and Inalienable
Apply to all. Cannot be taken away.
Indivisible and Interdependent
Cannot be broken apart. All are woven together.
Equal and Non-discriminatory
Apply equally to all human beings.
States (countries) are obligated to Respect, Protect, and Fulfill human rights
The Core International Human Rights Instruments & their monitoring bodies
" There are 9 core international human rights instruments. Each of these instruments has established a committee of experts to monitor implementation of the treaty provisions by its States parties." (OHCHR)
DUHR Human Rights Youth Ambassador Cohort
Monthly at Dayton Metro Library West Branch 300 Abbey Ave
The Human Rights Youth Ambassador Program addresses a critical need in our community by empowering young leaders to champion human rights while offering human rights education from their lens and voices.
Many youth in the Dayton region face significant barriers that hinder their ability to engage and thrive, including socioeconomic challenges and limited access to opportunities. By providing training in advocacy, public speaking, artistic mediums, and community organizing, we create a nurturing environment that enables these young ambassadors to spearhead impactful initiatives, fostering inclusivity and driving positive change that benefits the entire community.
Upcoming Program Dates 6pm-7:30pm Dinner provided!
- June 2nd
- July 14th
- August 11th
- September 8th
- October 6th
- November 10th
- December 8th
REAL LIFE experiences, REAL LIFE challenges, REAL LIFE voice
Monthly at Dayton Metro Library Northwest Branch 2410 Philadelphia Dr.
Each month, our Human Rights Education Series shines a light on pressing human rights challenges that individuals and communities face—locally and globally. From the struggle for safe and affordable housing, to barriers in healthcare, racial and gender injustice, threats to freedom of expression, or the impact of poverty and displacement, these sessions are rooted in real-life experiences and lived truths.
We center the voices of those directly impacted, creating space to confront injustice, build empathy, and deepen our collective awareness. Each topic is an invitation to not only learn but to take action—empowering participants to recognize human rights violations, understand the systems that sustain them, and join in the work of creating lasting change. Through education and dialogue, we come together each month to affirm our shared humanity and the right of every person to live with dignity, safety, and freedom.
6-7:30pm Dinner provided!
Human Rights trainings
Amnesty International
" Through human rights education you can empower yourself and others to develop the skills and attitudes that promote equality, dignity and respect in your community, society and worldwide."
Human Rights Careers
"Take free human rights online courses offered by the United Nations (UN), leading NGOs and top universities. Learn how the United Nations and other human rights organizations tackle the most pressing human rights issues of our time."
Youth For Human Rights
"Do you know your rights? The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a document that guarantees the basic rights and freedoms of every person in the world. In order to protect your rights, you have to first know what they are. This free interactive course will introduce you to your human rights so you will know them and defend them for yourself and others."
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