The Importance of Human Rights Education in Africa today
It is evident that the majority of people in Africa each day are denied of their basic human rights by individuals, government or social groups knowingly or unknowingly. This is because the issue of people’s rights is only becoming new to many Africans considering the poverty rate in Africa, civil war, rapes, injustices, etc. One needs not to have a second thought of the need for human rights education in every sectors of our African society. Human rights education is very important in Africa today since it will help people know and understand that like every other person they are entitled to the same basic rights. It will help us understand and respect each other rights and many of the violence we unconsciously rained on one another will be avoided. It will help fight poverty and injustices in Africa. It will help us speak out for our rights and the rights of those who can not speak for themselves. The issue of child labor, girl’s education, gender equality and equal opportunity will be addressed. It will promote and encourage good governance in Africa and help us practice democratic principle to the letter. It will give hope and future to many Africans especially children and women who are most abused in Africa. Young People Participation: It is a great opportunity for youth leaders, NGOs, and students to participate. I feel it is important to be part of a global initiative which relate to human rights, HIV/AIDS, etc. When a person is train morally and/or constructively, that person becomes more creative or desirous in his/her community or group. * to learn from experts and practically implement. * to educate other peer groups and youth leaders in and around Africa. * to help minimize or eradicate problems that is dangerous in our society today. * to learn about human rights and good governance that will foster peace building. * to collaborate with peer groups, youth organizations, and Youth leaders around the world to establish networks that will promote human rights, sustainable development, and peace building.
Thomas Mitchel