The Human Rights at Issue

The Human Right to Freedom from Discrimination entitles every woman, man, youth and child to fundamental human rights including:

The human right to freedom from any distinction, exclusion, restriction or preference based on gender, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, language, religion, political or other opinion, age, or any other status, which has the purpose or effect of impairing the enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms

The human right to equality between men and women and to equal partnership in the family and society

The human right to equality between the boy-child and girl-child in all areas, including education, health, nutrition, and employment

The human right of all persons to freedom from discrimination in all areas and levels of education, and to equal access to continuing education and vocational training.

The human right to work and receive wages that contribute to an adequate standard of living

The human right to equal remuneration for equal work

The human right to the highest attainable standard of health

The human right to live in a safe and healthy environment

The human right to participate in shaping decisions and policies affecting one's community, on the local, national and international level