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Why is it important to talk about the UDHR now?

Activists in 2019 talking about why it is important to talk about the UDHR now.

In 2019 we celebrated the 70th birthday of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), and at this timely moment in its long history it is our pleasure to welcome you to this course that focuses on how the UDHR empowers you to know, claim and defend your rights.

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Throughout this course you have the opportunity to actively engage in discussions, share with your peers and explore a topic together with people from across the world, learning from diverse opinions and perspectives.

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Defending Dignity: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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