Democracy and human rights Flashcards
Diversity meaning
Different and unique elements (people) being together
Types of discrimination
Sexism, misogyny, homophobia, colourism, racism, ableism
What’s the bill of rights
A document stating the rights of a countries citizens that affirms freedom, equality and human dignity
Bias meaning
Having a personal judgment for or against a side in an argument
Prejudice
An opinion not based on reason
Discrimination/oppression
Unjust treatment of a certain group of people
Democracy is what
A way of governing that depends on the citizens
When everyone has the right to vote
Human rights are what
Basic rights for everyone
Give 5 examples of human rights
Right to:
*education
*privacy
*safety and security
*religion/beliefs
*freedom
*equality
*human dignity
What is human dignity
The right of someone who wants to feel respected, valued and treated ethically
What’s the constitution
The highest law of a nation