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United for Human Rights (UHR) is an international, not-for-profit organization dedicated to implementing the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at local, regional, national and international levels. Its membership is comprised of individuals, educators and groups throughout the world who are actively forwarding the knowledge and protection of human rights by and for all Mankind.

Its purpose is to provide human rights educational resources and activities that inform, assist and unite individuals, educators, organizations and governmental bodies in the dissemination and adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at every level of society.

United for Human Rights is a nonprofit, international education program proudly sponsored by the Church of Scientology and Scientologists all over the world.

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Press Releases from United for Human Rights :

Casting Off the Caste System and its Stigma: Empowering the Forgotten Indigenous People of India with Human Rights

Apr 25, 2024 3:05 PM EDT

ODISHA, India, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 25, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the 1880s, to call attention to the plight of the “untouchables” the famous Indian social activist Jyotirao Govindrao Phule coined a term to represent these people: “Dalit.” United for Human Rights Odisha has taken on the challenge of restoring fair and equitable treatment to these and all people of India.

United for Human Rights Brings Its Cutting-Edge Program and Technology to the National School Boards Association Conference 2024

United for Human Rights booth at NSBA24 in New Orleans

Apr 10, 2024 3:13 PM EDT

NEW ORLEANS, La., and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 10, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — United for Human Rights brought its youth-friendly human rights program to NSBA24 – National School Boards Association (NSBA) Conference for 2024 in New Orleans April 6 to 8. The purpose of NSBA is “to ensure each student everywhere has access to excellent and equitable public education governed by high-performing school board leaders and supported by the community.” So how does human rights education relate to this endeavor?

United for Human Rights: A Vibrant Addition to the Spirit and Dynamic of SXSW EDU Conference and Festival

Representatives from United for Human Rights brought their education campaign to the SXSW EDU conference

Apr 4, 2024 12:35 PM EDT

AUSTIN, Texas, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 4, 2024, (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — SXSW EDU is an educator conference in Austin, Texas, “designed for the brightest minds in education to change the future of teaching and learning.” United for Human Rights set up a booth at the conference, where human rights was a recurring topic in presentations, conferences and workshops. Educators, entrepreneurs, and members of civil society from across the U.S. around the globe visited the booth to learn about the program.

United for Human Rights, an Innovative Education Initiative, Was a Perfect Fit at the Innovative School Summit in New York

United for Human Rights booth at the Innovative School Summit

Mar 27, 2024 5:00 AM EDT

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 27, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, “Each year, millions of K-12 students experience hostile behaviors like bullying, hate speech, hate crimes, or assault.” Many attending the Innovative School Summit at the Marriott Marquis on Times Square in New York February 28 to March 1 are keenly aware of the urgent need for effective programs that empower young victims of abuse. United for Human Rights, an international, not-for-profit organization headquartered in Los Angeles, approaches this issue with education.

Using Human Rights Education to Create a Culture of Peace

Haetham Abdul-Razaq, founder of the San Antonio chapter of United for Human Rights

Mar 16, 2024 5:00 AM EDT

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Born in Iraq in 1974, Haetham Abdul-Razaq was 6 when war broke out between his country and Iran. “One common and fundamental principle is crucial to the well-being and prosperity of people, as well as the protection of their dignity, differences and ability,” Abdul-Razaq said in an interview with United for Human Rights.