The Why Factor
Why do we have Human Rights?
Sep 4, 2015
Yecenia Armenta Graciano, a human rights advocate, shares her horrifying experience of having her rights violated in Mexico. The podcast explores the evolving nature of human rights, their application in legal cases, and the clash of rights. Guests discuss the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the concept of rights, and the societal impact of human rights beyond legal recognition.
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- Human rights have evolved to cover diverse issues like poverty and climate change.
- Conflicts arise when one person's human rights conflict with another's, raising complex ethical dilemmas.
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The Foundation and Evolution of Human Rights
The podcast delves into the origin and evolution of human rights, highlighting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations in response to the atrocities of World War II. It emphasizes the notion that all humans are born with inherent dignity and rights, exploring interpretations of individual entitlements and the duty of society to respect and protect these rights.
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