ISHR International Solidarity for Human Rights

🏛️ La cultura guarda lo que hemos aprendido a crear juntos y nos permite seguir imaginando. Preservarla es cuidar el derecho de cada persona a conocer su historia, disfrutar del arte y aportar algo propio a esa herencia que sigue creciendo. Destruir el patrimonio cultural les arrebata a otros la posibilidad de conocerlo y disfrutarlo, y vulnera sus derechos culturales. Cuidarlo, compartirlo y mantenerlo vivo es una hermosa manera de defender los derechos humanos. 📜 Artículo 27 de la DUDH, toda persona tiene derecho a participar libremente en la vida cultural, disfrutar de las artes y beneficiarse del progreso científico; también se protegen los intereses de los autores sobre sus creaciones.

𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞.- “Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home - so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any maps of the world. Yet they are the world of the individual person; the neighborhood he lives in; the school or college he attends; the factory, farm, or office where he works. Such are the places where every man, woman, and child seeks equal justice, equal opportunity, equal dignity without discrimination. Unless these rights have meaning there, they have little meaning anywhere. Without concerted citizen action to uphold them close to home, we shall look in vain for progress in the larger world.” Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt with their children in Washington DC, June 12, 1919. Photo source: Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library, Hyde Park, NY. #humanrightseducation #eleanorroosevelt

We are excited to start the new school year by introducing the Human Rights Class in a Box program to schools, colleges, and universities. We thank the teachers, professors, and principals who have extended participation invitations. The Human Rights Class in a Box program brings the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to life for students of all ages, community organizations, professional groups, and corporations. It's a powerful tool that makes understanding human rights accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Please feel free to contact us if you need any further information about the program: [email protected] #humanrightsclassinabox #HumanRightsEducation #humanrights

Educating children about their human rights from an early age is crucial. It can significantly impact their perception and appreciation of other people's human rights. Moreover, it can empower them to advocate for their human rights and strive for a fair and impartial society. By introducing human rights education at a young age, we can firmly implant these principles in children's minds and hearts, creating a solid foundation for their growth as compassionate and responsible individuals. This approach enables children to grasp the significance of fairness, equality, and respect for everyone, which can help shape a better future for all. #HumanRightsEducation

¿Existen derechos más importantes que otros? ¿Qué significa que los Derechos Humanos sean interdependientes e indivisibles? La respuesta es un NO contundente. Todos los Derechos Humanos, sean los de derecho a la vida, igualdad ante la ley, no discriminación, derecho al trabajo o derecho a la educación, todos son derechos indivisibles, interrelacionados e interdependientes. El avance de uno facilita el avance de los demás. De la misma manera, la privación de un derecho afecta negativamente a los demás. Por ello, en una sociedad comprometida a respetar los DDHH no se podría promover un derecho en desmedro de otro. La no discriminación no es menos importante que el derecho a la salud o a un trabajo decente. #derechoshumanos

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is an AMAZING document. Eleanor Roosevelt, chair of the writing group, called it a new "Magna Carta for all mankind." Roosevelt insisted that the declaration's language be brief and simple so that ALL PEOPLE could understand it. #humanrightseducation #30articles #EleanorRoosevelt

Today, on the seventh anniversary of Maestro Carlos Cruz-Diez’s passing, we honor his memory and celebrate the enduring power of his legacy. He died in Paris on July 27, 2019, but those who transform the way we see the world never truly leave us. Cruz-Diez was a pillar of Venezuelan culture and an essential figure in the history of universal art. He was an extraordinary creator, but also an admirable human being: an example of love for Venezuela, perseverance, discipline, generosity, and integrity. Maestro Cruz-Diez holds a privileged place in our hearts, and his color continues to travel across the world, defying time and filling every space it touches with light. He generously created and donated to International Solidarity for Human Rights one of his architectural integrations: Induction Chromatique, Right to Culture. Our Foundation, in turn, donated it to @MDCollege, where it remains installed today at the Wolfson Campus in Miami, as a living testament to the idea that culture is also a human right. Thank you, Maestro, for your work, your example, and the immense honor of allowing us to safeguard a small part of your universe. Seven years later, you remain there: in the light, in the color, and in our memory. Always present. @CarlosCruzDiez @cruzdiezfound @gabocruz10 @MDCollege @devorahsasha @elhabito @anileonardi

Hoy, cuando se cumplen siete años de la partida del maestro @CarlosCruzDiez, honramos su memoria y celebramos la permanencia de su legado. Falleció en París el 27 de julio de 2019, pero quienes transforman nuestra manera de mirar nunca se marchan del todo. Cruz-Diez fue un baluarte de la cultura venezolana y una figura esencial del arte universal. Un creador extraordinario, pero también un ser humano admirable: ejemplo de amor por Venezuela, constancia, disciplina, generosidad e integridad. El Maestro ocupa un lugar privilegiado en nuestros corazones y su color continúa viajando por el mundo, desafiando el tiempo y llenando de luz cada espacio que toca. Tuvo la generosidad de crear y donar a International Solidarity for Human Rights una de sus obras integradas a la arquitectura: Induction Chromatique, Derecho a la Cultura. Nuestra Fundación, a su vez, la donó a @MDCollege, donde hoy permanece instalada en el Wolfson Campus de Miami, como testimonio vivo de que la cultura también es un derecho humano. Gracias, Maestro, por su obra, por su ejemplo y por el inmenso honor de habernos permitido custodiar una pequeña parte de su universo. Siete años después, sigue allí: en la luz, en el color y en nuestra memoria. Siempre presente. @cruzdiezfound @cruzdiezfound

🇺🇸💙 On Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives to defend not only a nation but human dignity and the freedoms that uphold our rights. 🇺🇸💙 En Memorial Day honramos a quienes dieron su vida para defender no solo una nación, sino la dignidad humana y las libertades que sostienen nuestros derechos. See less

𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐨́𝐧 𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐬 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐬 - Los derechos humanos no son una recompensa por buena conducta, son los derechos inalienables de todas las personas, en todo momento y en todas partes. #derechoshumanos #educacion #responsabilidad

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, and mother figures out there! May you all be able to share time with your family even in this age of social distancing.Thank you for everything you do! #HappyMothersDay #MothersDay

✨🤝🌎 On Workers’ Day, let us remember that work is not only a means of survival: it is dignity, a life project, and a human right. Every person deserves fair conditions, a sufficient wage, respect, safety, and the real possibility of building a future through their own effort. To honor workers is to defend a society where living from one’s work is not a privilege, but a guarantee. #HumanRightsForAll ✨🤝🌎 En el Día del Trabajador, recordemos que el trabajo no es solo sustento: es dignidad, proyecto de vida y derecho humano. Todo ser humano merece condiciones justas, salario suficiente, respeto, seguridad y la posibilidad real de construir futuro con su esfuerzo. Honrar a los trabajadores es defender una sociedad donde vivir del propio trabajo no sea un privilegio, sino una garantía. #derechoshumanos

Los #DerechosHumanos no son lo que quien ejerza el poder, o la mayoría, convenientemente consideren. No son un catálogo para escoger a gusto. Se deben garantizar en su totalidad para todas las personas. Son obligaciones concretas, específicas, acordadas, y hechas Ley por la comunidad internacional. #educacion

📘📗 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬! On April 23, as UNESCO and other organizations commemorate this special day, let's embrace the wonderful world of literature. Explore "The Pocket Guide to Human Rights," available for Kindle edition. It's a remarkable resource that explains the fundamental principles of human rights in an easy-to-understand way. Dive into its pages and discover more about this essential topic. Let's unite to celebrate the power of knowledge, empathy, and understanding found within books. Join us in spreading the love for reading and advancing human rights education. #WorldBookDay #humanrightseducation Kindle Price: $2.99 a.co/d/iCLanlE

🌎🌱 Hoy es el Día de la Tierra. Proteger el planeta es también proteger la vida humana. El acceso a agua limpia, aire puro, alimentos saludables y un entorno seguro no son lujos, son derechos humanos fundamentales. Cuidar la Tierra es cuidar de nosotros mismos y de las generaciones futuras. Además, la naturaleza no solo nos sostiene, sino también nos sana: más del 50% de los medicamentos provienen de ella. Educar en derechos humanos también es educar en responsabilidad ambiental. ¡Feliz Día de la Tierra!

The drafters of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights extensively reviewed approximately 50 contemporary constitutions to ensure the comprehensive inclusion of rights from diverse cultures and nations. Notably, the influence of the United States Declaration of Independence and the Four Freedoms proclaimed by U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt in 1941 was significant. President Roosevelt defined essential human freedoms as freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear, explaining that 'freedom means the supremacy of human rights everywhere.' These principles served as great inspiration for the UDHR's provisions. However, it's essential to recognize that while the UDHR was influenced by documents like the United States Declaration of Independence and the Four Freedoms, it transcends any single national or cultural tradition, aiming to articulate fundamental human rights that apply to all people regardless of their nationality, ethnicity, or background. #UDHR #humanrights #humanrightseducation

Best wishes to you this Easter Sunday. May your life be blessed with peace, faith, and hope. Happy Easter! #HappyEasterSunday Nuestros mejores deseos en este Domingo de Resurrección. Que la paz, la fe y la esperanza bendigan sus vidas. ¡Feliz Pascua! #FelizDomingoDeResurrección

How can I teach human rights when I have never studied them? What if I can’t answer people’s questions? Few of us had an opportunity to study human rights during our formal schooling. This is part of the problem. The foundation of all learning is inspiring interest, curiosity, and personal connection to the subject matter. Research shows that people of all ages remember and integrate best when participating in their learning. You don’t have to know all the answers to facilitate human rights education; you have to know how to help people, including yourself, look for answers. "Experts" can evoke passivity, boredom, or a sense of incompetence, especially if they present human rights from a strictly legal perspective. You need not be an expert with a legal background. You do need to be willing to be part of the learning process. Therefore, the most effective educational techniques in human rights education offer a high level of active participation, using role-plays, debates, discussions, drama, and small group work. #humanrightseducation #teachers

“Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home - so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any maps of the world. Yet they are the world of the individual person; the neighborhood he lives in; the school or college he attends; the factory, farm, or office where he works. Such are the places where every man, woman, and child seeks equal justice, equal opportunity, and equal dignity without discrimination. Unless these rights have meaning there, they have little meaning anywhere. Without concerted citizen action to uphold them close to home, we shall look in vain for progress in the larger world.” #EleanorRoosevelt #humanrights #education Eleanor Roosevelt with a child from the Heart Fund, circa 1962. Photo: Attribution (CC BY 2.0)

"¿Dónde, después de todo, comienzan los derechos humanos? En lugares pequeños, cerca de casa – tan cercanos y tan pequeños que no pueden observarse sobre ningún mapa del mundo. Aún así, son el mundo de cada persona; el vecindario en el que ella vive; la escuela o la universidad a la que asiste; la fábrica, finca u oficina donde trabaja. Esos son los lugares donde un hombre, una mujer y un niño buscan la justicia, la igualdad de oportunidad, la dignidad sin discriminación. A menos que estos derechos tengan significado en estos lugares, perderán significado en cualquier otro contexto. Sin una acción ciudadana coordinada para defenderlos cerca de casa, nuestra búsqueda de progreso en el resto del mundo será en vano”. #EleanorRoosevelt #derechoshumanos #educacion Eleanor Roosevelt with a child from the Heart Fund, circa 1962. 📷Attribution (CC BY 2.0)