Human Rights Overview and Concepts

The principle that all individuals are born equal in dignity and rights, regardless of their differences.

Actions that are morally required of each person due to their inherent dignity and the common good.

The right to control one's own body, including its faculties and energies.

The right to defend oneself from harm.

The right to move freely within and outside one's country.

The right to privacy and security in one's home.

The right to be recognized as an individual with unique characteristics and experiences.

The right to make choices about one's body, including decisions about reproduction.

The right to receive education, develop physically, intellectually, and spiritually.

The freedom to believe or not believe in a religion, to change religions, and to practice one's religion without interference.

The right to develop and express one's unique identity, beliefs, and individuality.

The recognition of one's inherent worth and the respect that every individual deserves.

The right to express one's opinions, beliefs, and ideas freely.

The right to form organizations, associations, and unions to promote common interests and collective action.

A complex concept that includes social, economic, and political rights essential for well-being and human development.

The right to have one's personal integrity protected, including safety from physical, psychological, and emotional harm.

A person who refuses to participate in military service due to religious or moral beliefs.

The right to freely express your opinions and gather with others to advocate for causes you believe in.

The right to earn a living and provide for yourself and your family.

The right to own property, especially as a reward for work and effort.

Respecting the inherent dignity and value of every individual. It's about treating everyone with kindness and consideration.

The act of advocating for the importance of education, especially in places where it is limited or denied.

A type of conscience that is misguided or mistaken, leading to wrongful judgments about right and wrong.

Rights that are granted to individuals by a government or state due to their citizenship. These rights are not inherent but are given as a result of being a member of a particular society.

The most fundamental human right, encompassing the right to exist and be protected from harm or death. It underscores the inherent value of every human life.

A document from 1948 that outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms that all human beings are entitled to. This declaration serves as a global standard for human rights.

This document outlines the Church's perspective on human rights. It highlights the inherent dignity and worth of every human being.

Describes how the Church understands human rights, emphasizing their inviolability (cannot be violated), universality (apply to everyone) and inalienability (cannot be taken away).

A broad category of rights that pertain to an individual's personal well-being, autonomy, and freedom, including the right to life, personal security, and freedom from interference in one's personal life.

The document from 1948 that outlined the fundamental rights that all human beings are entitled to.