Human Rights & the Good Life

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Match the following articles from the UDHR with their rights regarding legal recognition:

Article 6 = Right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law. Article 8 = Right to an effective remedy by competent national tribunals for acts violating fundamental rights. Article 10 = Right to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal. Article 11 = Right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law in a public trial.

Match these UDHR articles with the freedoms they protect:

Article 18 = Freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. Article 19 = Freedom of opinion and expression. Article 20 = Freedom of peaceful assembly and association. Article 12 = Protection of privacy, family, home, or correspondence.

Match UDHR articles with the corresponding rights related to economic and social well-being:

Article 23 = Right to work, to free choice of employment and protection against unemployment. Article 24 = Right to rest and leisure, including reasonable limitation of working hours and periodic holidays with pay. Article 25 = Right to a standard of living adequate for health and well-being. Article 26 = Right to education.

Match the Articles from the UDHR with their descriptions of fundamental human rights:

<p>Article 1 = All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. Article 3 = Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person. Article 4 = No one shall be held in slavery or servitude. Article 5 = No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the UDHR articles with their descriptions regarding the right to movement and nationality:

<p>Article 13 = Right to freedom of movement and residence within the borders of each state. Article 14 = Right to seek and enjoy asylum from persecution. Article 15 = Right to a nationality. Article 16 = Right to marry and to found a family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Articles with their description:

<p>Article 21 = Everyone has the right to take part in the government of his country. Article 7 = All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. Article 22 = Everyone, as a member of society, has the right to social security. Article 29 = Everyone has duties to the community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the articles from the UDHR with the corresponding right for creators and society:

<p>Article 27 = Right to participate in cultural life and share in scientific advancement. Article 28 = Entitlement to a social and international order where rights can be realized. Article 29 = Duties to the community to ensure free and full development. Article 30 = No interpretation should destroy rights or freedoms set forth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Link each freedom with its description.

<p>Freedom of Thought = Includes being able to consider different ideas and perspectives. Freedom of Conscience = Relates to adhering to one's moral principles. Freedom of Religion = Relates to the ability to worship or not worship according to one's beliefs. Freedom of Expression = Expressing your ideas without hurting others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the Article of the Bill of Rights with its provision:

<p>Section 1 = Guarantees that no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. Section 2 = Protects the right of the people to be secure against unreasonable searches and seizures. Section 3 = Guarantees the privacy of communication and correspondence. Section 11 = Values the dignity of every human person and guarantees full respect for human rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following rights to the corresponding characteristic as defined by the UDHR:

<p>Inalienable = Rights cannot be taken away or denied. Universal = Rights apply to everyone, regardless of race, color, sex, language, religion. Fundamental = Rights are essential to human dignity and well-being. Equal = Rights should be applied impartially and without discrimination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the technological advancements with potential effects on the 'right to privacy' as outlined by the UDHR:

<p>Social Media = Data collection and sharing raise concerns about surveillance and privacy breaches. Facial Recognition Technology = Enables mass surveillance and identification without consent. Wearable Technology = Continuous monitoring and tracking of personal health and habits. Internet of Things (IoT) = Vulnerability of smart devices at home to hacking and data theft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ways technology can impact human dignity as outlined by the UDHR:

<p>Automation = Threats to employment and economic security. Data Discrimination = Reinforcement of biases and unequal treatment. Digital Divide = Limited access to information and education. Cyberbullying = Psychological harm and emotional distress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions of fundamental human rights with their description:

<p>Right to life = Everyone has the right to not be killed. Right to freedom of speech = Everyone has the right to express their opinion without censoring. Right to education = Everyone has a right to go to school. Right to equality = Everyone is equal regardless of race, colour, sex, language, religion and political beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of discrimination with what groups it affects:

<p>Racism = Discrimination against individuals based on their skin color or ethnic origin. Sexism = Discrimination against individuals based on their gender. Ageism = Discrimination against individuals based on their age. Ableism = Discrimination against individuals based on their disability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the correct description for the following aspects of the UDHR:

<p>Background = Crafted in 1948 after world war II and serves as a common understanding of what each person's fundamental rights are. Scope = These rights apply to everyone, everywhere. Importance = It is imperative that we all adhere to these rights to prevent injustice and oppression Provisions = Includes the right to life, liberty and security of person; no one shall be held in slavery or servitude; no tortue</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each human right with a tech policy to protect it:

<p>Privacy = Data protection laws that limit the collection, use, and sharing of personal information for surveillance. Freedom of Speech = Net neutrality regulations that prevent internet service providers from discriminating content. Equality = Ban algorithms that perpetuate discrimination and create fairness in machine learning. Access to Information = Governments should create open data policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following technological developments with a potential impact on Freedom as outlined by the UDHR:

<p>Cyber Security = Could be abused to violate freedom of expression online, therefore reducing Freedom when not implemented carefully AI Discrimination = Algorithmic bias in automated systems could be used to deny opportunities or discriminate which leads into the reduction of Freedom Internet Censorship = Governments who abuse censorships can restrict access to information online, thereby limited the ability of individuals to make informed decisions Data Privacy Violation = Surveillance technologies and data collection practices pose threats to personal privacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts associated with human dignity with the ways technology can challenge it:

<p>Autonomy = AI systems reduce human decision-making Equality = Algorithmic bias contributes to discrimination Security = Cyberattacks violate personal safety Privacy = Data collection used for mass surveillance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the policy strategies with their goals to prevent these violations:

<p>Protection policy = Protect individuals from the violation of privacy by preventing the data breach. Prevention policy = The promotion and respect for the human rights. Mitigation policy = Remedies for the victim of the breaches. Promote policy = Make human rights aware so that all can use the technologies with safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following technological scenarios with their effects on safety:

<p>Autonomous Drones = Raises concerns about who should control drones as well as how to maintain civilian control over their use Cybercrime = Creates loss of money, identity theft, and financial disaster Fake news = Create public distrust and affect the ability of others to trust the government and the world Robotic Companions = Creates the sense of isolation and loss of empathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tech-affected scenarios that may lead to marginalisation:

<p>Algorithmic Bias = People may be denied opportunities because the system gives them a 'bad score' due to racial or orientation biases. Digital Divide = People living in rural areas who do not have access to the internet cannot apply to most jobs. Job Displacement = People being replaced by Robots has led to a need to find new sources of work that are not as well known. Surveillance and data exploitation = People may be tracked and sorted into groups they do not like being a part of.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the solutions for mitigating the challenges with the violations:

<p>Implement Ethical Design = Ethical guidance during the design and development of technologies ensuring fair and equitable outcomes. Promote Digital Accessibility = Bridge income and geographic barriers to ensure everyone has affordable access to technology. Support for Job Training = Provide funding and resources so workers can develop skills through formal schooling. Enforce Privacy Protecting Laws = Strictly regulate algorithms so that they collect, use, and share data in a transparent manner in a safe fashion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following solutions for technological use and human augmentation with the solution to the violation:

<p>Promote responsible innovation = Ethical frameworks for safe technology application, preventing human violations. Public discourse = Ensure transparency and inclusivity in using the technologies. Protect Vulnerable groups = Implementation of strong safeguarding protections. Implementation of legal protections = Effective safeguards and legal protections during tech transformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

The good life

Living in a just and progressive society where citizens have the freedom to flourish.

Human Person

The autonomy to make choices which may enable the flourishing of his/herself and society.

Human Dignity

An ultimate core value of our existence; everyone has absolute moral worth by virtue of being human.

Article 1 of UDHR

Everyone is born free and equal in dignity and rights.

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Article 2 of UDHR

Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in the UDHR, without distinction of any kind.

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Article 3 of UDHR

Everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.

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Article 4 of UDHR

No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave trade shall be prohibited in all their forms.

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Article 5 of UDHR

No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.

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Article 6 of UDHR

Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law.

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Article 7 of UDHR

All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law.

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Article 10 of UDHR

Everyone is entitled in full equality to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal.

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Article 13 of UDHR

Everyone has the right to freedom of movement and residence within the borders of each state.

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Article 18 of UDHR

Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.

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Freedom to assemble

Article 20 states that everyone has the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and association.

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Article 23 of UDHR

Everyone has the right to work, to free choice of employment, to just and favorable conditions of work.

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Article 27 of UDHR

Everyone has the right freely to participate in the cultural life of the community, to enjoy the arts and to share in scientific advancement and its benefits.

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Article 29 of UDHR

Everyone has duties to the community in which alone the free and full development of his personality is possible.

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Philippine Constitution, Article II, Section 11

Upholds the dignity of every human person and guarantees full respect for human rights.

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Article III, Section 1 of Philippine Constitution

No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law, nor shall any person be denied the equal protection of the laws.

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Article III, Section 2 of Philippine Constitution

The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures.

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Study Notes

Introduction

  • Evaluating contemporary human experience is necessary to strengthen the human person's role in society.
  • Discussing the importance of human rights in changing social conditions and technological advancement is crucial.
  • Identifying laws or policies that protect a person's well-being in technological advancement and ethical dilemmas is important.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

  • Living in a just and progressive society where citizens can flourish defines the good life.
  • Individuals should have the autonomy to make choices that facilitate personal and societal growth.
  • The UN General Assembly proclaimed the UDHR on December 10, 1948.
  • The UDHR serves as a global standard for fundamental human rights, advocating for universal recognition and protection.
  • The UDHR begins with the recognition of inherent dignity and equal, inalienable rights for all members of the human family as the foundation of freedom, justice, and peace.
  • Everyone inherently possesses absolute moral worth by virtue of being human.
  • Humandignity is an integral core value of people's existence.
  • Recognizing and appreciating this truth in everyone helps create a just and progressive society.
  • Through human dignity, society becomes more free, rational, and loving society.
  • Empowerment leads to greater freedom in making life choices.
  • Valuing and applying logic and science in life promotes rationality.
  • Prioritizing human dignity ensures a more loving approach in all endeavors, whether scientific or not.
  • Protecting fundamental human rights is vital in the face of changing conditions.

UDHR Details

  • The UDHR is comprised of 30 articles outlining fundamental human rights.
  • It establishes inalienable human rights essential for pursuing a fulfilling life, guaranteeing freedoms for everyone by virtue of being human.
  • The first article emphasizes the principle of being human in a just, free, and rational society, stating all people are born free and equal in dignity and rights.
  • Experientially, the inherent equality may not always be evident.
  • Individuals with more to offer are often given preferential treatment.
  • A just life demands equal treatment and preferential treatment for the less privileged.
  • The first seven articles of the UDHR embody the essence of this “milestone document in the history of the human rights."

UDHR Articles

  • Article 1 guarantees that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.
  • Article 2 states everyone is entitled to rights and freedoms without distinction, including race, color, sex, language, religion, political opinion, national origin, property, birth, or other status.
  • Article 3 declares everyone's right to life, liberty, and security of person.
  • Article 4 prohibits slavery and the slave trade in all forms.
  • Article 5 prohibits torture, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment.
  • Article 6 recognizes the right to recognition as a person before the law.
  • Article 7 ensures equality before the law and equal protection without discrimination.
  • Article 8 ensures access to a remedy for rights violations and access to nation tribunals.
  • Article 9 prohibits arbitrary arrest, detention, or exile.
  • Article 10 states everyone is entitled to a fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal to determine their rights and obligations.
  • Article 11 affirms the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty according to law with all necessary guarantees for defense.
  • Article 11 also states one cannot be held guilty for acts that were not offenses at the time of commission and prohibits heavier penalties than applicable at the time of the offense.
  • Article 12 guards against arbitrary interference with privacy, family, home, or reputation.
  • Article 13 ensures freedom of movement, residence within each state, and the right to return.
  • Article 14 states the right to seek asylum from persecution, unless arising from non-political crimes against the UN.
  • Article 15 ensures the right to a nationality and that no one shall be arbitrarily deprived of their nationality or denied the right to change it.
  • Article 16 states all adults can marry and raise a family so long as it is consenting and entitled to protection.
  • Article 17 secures the right to own property alone or in association with others, protecting against arbitrary deprivation.
  • Article 18 establishes freedom of thought, conscience, and religion.
  • This includes freedom to change his religion or belief whether teaching, practice, worship and obserance.
  • Article 19 guarantees freedom of opinion and expression.
  • This includes the freedom to seek, receive, impart information through any media.
  • Article 20 ensures the right to peaceful assembly and association.
  • Article 21 ensures the right to participate in government and equal access to public service.
  • Article 21 states the will of the people shall be the basis of government authority and elections shall be periodic.
  • Article 22 includes the right to social security as well as the necessity for international cooperation that is in alignment with the states’ values.
  • Article 23 promises the right to work, just and favourable conditions, and protection against unemployment.
  • Article 23 grants everyone equal pay for equal work without discrimination.
  • Article 23 states there must be favourable remuneration to ensure the existence of human dignity.
  • Article 23 states there must be rights to join trade unions for the protection of interests.
  • Article 24 states everyone must have the right to rest and leisure that has reasonable measure.
  • Article 25 secures health, well being, clothing, housing, services, and security.
  • Article 25 secures special care to motherhood and children.
  • Article 26 grants everyone the right to education.
  • Article 26 states elementary education shall be free, while professional education shall be made available.
  • Article 26 furthers respects for human rights as well as promoting tolerance and friendship.
  • Article 26 ensures that parents can choose the kind of education that shall be given to children.
  • Article 27 guarantees the right to participate in cultural life, enjoy the arts, and share in scientific advancement.
  • Article 27 protects the rights of any scientific, literary or artistic production of which one is the author.
  • Article 28 entitles everyone to the realization of the social and international order.
  • Article 29 ensures the duties of communal responsibility.
  • Article 29 states the freedoms and rights may no exercised contrary to the purposes and principles of the UN.
  • Article 30 says nothing may be interpreted to support anything that destroys rights.
  • Crafted in 1948, after World War II, the UDHR sets the standard of what each person’s fundamental rights are.
  • These are meant to be adopted by everyone everywhere to prevent injustice.

Human Rights in the Philippines

  • The 1987 Philippine Constitution, specifically Article II, includes declarations of principles and state policies.
  • Section 11 of Article II values the dignity of every human person and guarantees full respect for human rights.
  • Section 1 states there must be due process and that no person shall be denied equal protection.
  • Section 2 safeguards against unreasonable searches and seizures.
  • Section 3 (1) protects the privacy of communication, except by court order or as required by public safety.
  • Section 3 (2) renders evidence obtained in violation of the preceding sections inadmissible in any proceeding.

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