Human Rights Flashcards
Censorship
When the government or an authority denies people information or their right to free speech.
Discrimination
Treating people differently based of their religion, sexuality, race, gender etc…
Extremism
Holding aggressive political or religious views.
Human Rights
The things all humans should expect to have or be able to do simply because they are human
Personal Conviction
A strong opinion or belief based on personal opinion or experiences.
Prejudice
Judging people to be inferior or superior without cause.
Relative Poverty
A level of income below the majority within one particular country; this varies over time and from place to place.
Absolute Poverty
A set standard which is consistent over time and between countries. Usually including having no access to basic services, such as medicine or shelter.
Social Justice
When there is a fair distribution of wealth, opportunities and privileges within society.
human dignity
an individual’s sense of self-worth or self-respect
agape
unconditional love
