“The power of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights lies in ideas that can change the world. It inspires us to continue working to ensure that all people enjoy freedom, equality, and dignity.”
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a landmark document that represents a major achievement in the history of human rights. It was drafted by representatives from diverse legal and cultural backgrounds, coming from all regions of the world, and it set out for the first time the fundamental human rights to be universally protected.
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The power of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights lies in ideas that can change the world. It inspires us to continue working to ensure that all people enjoy freedom, equality, and dignity.
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Original records
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its 183rd plenary meeting, held in Paris on 10 December 1948.
- The original resolution
- The record of the meeting during which the historic adoption took place
- The voting record
For more information on the history of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, please consult the research and resources guide.
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