Equal in Dignity and Writes

“All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.  They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood.”

Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Article #1

PROGRAM THEME

Explore how you can promote and protect human rights while learning about 12 influencers whose words are etched into the stone of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial.

PROGRAM FORMAT

Each Module includes a video feature, six to nine minutes in length, with three follow-up questions for electronic journal response.

Please ensure that you complete the Program Introduction and 12 Online Modules before completing the Program Conclusion.

PROGRAM INTRODUCTION

Developed by the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights, “Equal in Dignity and Writes” is a journey in human rights presented through the lives and words of 12 influencers who are featured in the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial.  Following each video presentation, program participants will be prompted to respond to three questions – reflecting in an electronic journal on how they might promote and protect human rights.

“Human rights education is much more than a lesson in schools or a theme for a day; it is a process to equip people with the tools they need to live lives of security and dignity.” Kofi Annan, former Secretary General of the United Nations

We are each equal in dignity and rights.