I NTERNATIONAL R IGHTS 1. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights 2. Convention on the Rights of the Child 3. Video Clips 4. Activity to Complete

T HE U NIVERSAL D ECLARATION OF H UMAN R IGHTS On December 10, 1948, the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This document provided a good foundation for understanding human rights and human rights violations.

T HE U NIVERSAL D ECLARATION OF H UMAN R IGHTS Please see the handout in the Student Common folder entitled: “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” for a complete list of rights. If this document is a bit “wordy” please refer back to the handout Ms. Thompson gave you that was a summary of this document.

C ONVENTION ON THE R IGHTS OF THE C HILD The Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) is an internationally recognized agreement between nations which establishes a comprehensive set of goals for individual nations to achieve on behalf of their children. In general, the Convention calls for: Freedom from violence, abuse, hazardous employment, exploitation, abduction or sale Adequate nutrition Free compulsory primary education Adequate health care Equal treatment regardless of gender, race, or cultural background The right to express opinions and freedom of though in matters affecting them Safe exposure/access to leisure, play, culture, and art. Recognizing the special vulnerability of children, all of these goals are expressed with respect to a child's age and evolving capacities - the child's best interests are always the paramount concern. The Convention repeatedly emphasizes the primacy and importance of the role, authority and responsibility of parents and family; it is neutral on abortion; and is consistent with the principles contained in the Bill of Rights. rights/convention-on-the-rights-of-the-child-0

V IDEO C LIPS Watch clips at the following website: Videos to View: “Overview: Convention on the Rights of the Child” “Child Labour in Bolivia” “Child Soldiers”

A CTIVITY TO C OMPLETE Complete the “International Rights Assignment” found in your Student Common. Use this slideshow and the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” handout to help you This WILL be submitted and is due in Wednesday at the start of class.