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When technology and humanity cross Amy Eiser Licensed under CC BY-ND Justinmind  The TRUTH of human’s existence Good Life living in a just and progressive society...

When technology and humanity cross Amy Eiser Licensed under CC BY-ND Justinmind  The TRUTH of human’s existence Good Life living in a just and progressive society humans has the Human Rights autonomy to make choices which may enable the flourishing of his/her self and the society United Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) Philippines – by the United Nations UDHR - national/global standard of fundamental human rights for universal recognition and protection - recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family the foundation of freedom, justice and peace of the world  Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) UHDR Preamble “Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of equal an inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace of the world.” -------------------------------------------------- Proclaimed by the UN General Assembly on Dec. 10, 1948 Crafted in 1948 , after World War II – which now serves a s a common understanding of what each person’s fundamental rights are Serves as the global standard of fundamental human rights for universal recognition and protection Outline in alienable human rights that are vital and necessary for the pursuit of good life It is a milestone document in the history of human rights; drafted by representatives with different legal and cultural backgrounds from all regions of the world It sets out, for the first time, fundamental human rights to be universally protected and it has been translated into over 500 languages Everyone has absolute moral worth by virtue of being human Human dignity is the ultimate ore value of our existence  FIRST 7 ARTICLES OF THE UDHR 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 the spirit of brotherhood. Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this declaration without distinction of any kind. Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person. No one shall be held in slavery or servitude; slavery and the slave trade shall be prohibited in all their forms. No one shall be subjected to torture or to cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law. All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law.  UNITED DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS human dignity– is an ultimate core value of our existence that brings man to a good life knowing the truth in just and progressive ourselves and of others society fully human  fully humans means freedom rational loving ensures that more value and apply human dignity lies empowered to principles of logic at the foundation make choices and science of our endeavors in our practice of science and technology  Every one has absolute moral worth by virtue of being humans 4Seeds E&T Magazine -IET WHEN TECHNOLOGY AND HUMANITY CROSS Dreamstime.com Snopes.com In our modern world…… Technology: - is a necessity – human dependence Realities: - 92% of urban homes and 70 % of rural homes own a television - Filipinos loved to use mobile phones anytime, anywhere- one in every 3 Filipinos cannot live without a mobile phone, - computers and laptops have become part of many Filipinos household  - makes life easier - offers convenience - gives pleasure and happiness Technology is progressing due to ever- progressing mind of mankind - there is a misuse of technology Gerd Leonhard  Make children lazy and unhealthy Sedentary lifestyle Addictive Loss oral communication skills/ loss ability for face-face interaction Destroy relationship Makes us less sufficient Mental health issues Moral/ethical dilemma – children are not yet capable of rationally deciding for themselves what is right or wrong Call for responsibility who?????? Issues confronting today’s society as a result of development along with science and technology  Ken Research.com Tctmd.com The Balance Open Access Government NASA Climate Change Biology Online Create Digital  Humans vs. robots-- Artificial intelligence (AI) -- Unemployment Information technology Genetic engineering Stem cell research Nanotechnology Climate change Would there be a time that people becomes useless??? According to the book STS by: Daniel Joseph McNamara, SJ.,et.al “Human nature may be corrupted when the powers of our mind, our rationality, and our science and technology become manifest. If we are not able to rein in the vanity and arrogance that such powers unleash, then we are on the way to destroying the world. If we cannot let go of the convenience and profit of technologies, we will destroy the environment; technology consumes humanity. So, we need to ask/ question technology; people has to pause, stop, think and question technology- Is this technology within the realm of truth?  so amidst the development of science and technology, human beings must become more free, more rational, and more loving