"World Autism Awareness Day is a moment to recognize and celebrate the important contributions of autistic people in every country and community." — António Guterres
"For four hundred years, enslaved Africans fought for their freedom, while colonial powers and others committed horrific crimes against them." — António Guterres
"Racism is an evil infecting countries and societies around the world – a deeply entrenched legacy of colonialism and enslavement." — António Guterres
"The International Day to Combat Islamophobia occurs at a time when we see a rising tide of anti-Muslim hate and bigotry in many parts of the world." — António Guterres
#ZeroCon24 - It's a wrap for one of the world’s largest meetings on disability inclusion at the United Nations in Vienna. Have a look at the highlights with Ghada Waly, Director-General of the UN Office at Vienna, Martin Essl, founder of Essl Foundation, and inspiring testimonies from awardees and participants.
Watch the video / Photos of the opening & White Hands Chorus NIPPON.
"Female genital mutilation is an egregious violation of fundamental human rights that causes lifelong harm to the physical and mental health of women and girls." — António Guterres
In 2024, the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust on 27 January marks 79 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. This year, the United Nations is paying tribute to the bravery of all those who stood up to the Nazis, despite the grave risks.
Leading human rights experts from around the world came to the Vienna City Hall, along with the UN family in Vienna for a two-day international conference to celebrate milestones and discuss challenges to human rights.
""All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights." The iconic opening sentence of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is as important today as it was when it was adopted 75 years ago." — António Guterres
The Library at the Palais des Nations in Geneva holds a copy of the first French translation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a document which has inspired the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk all his life. Learn more about the drafting of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and why we can never give up our fight for human rights.
The sessions, organized to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and run by the Slovak Debate Association (SDA) with the support of the United Nations Information Service (UNIS) Vienna, aimed to equip teachers with practical tools to enhance media literacy, combat online misinformation, and promote critical thinking skills among young people.
On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a major celebration was organized by the United Nations Association of Hungary and the Ludovika University of Public Service in Budapest, Hungary.
"Dignity, Freedom & Justice for All". From November 27 to December 10, the work of the United Nations in Vienna related to human rights will be showcased on buses, trams and at stations in Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.
Millions of people around the globe are engaged in the platform economy, looking for job opportunities online. "The Gig Is Up”, directed by Shannon Walsh in 2021, shines a light on numerous stories of gig workers and the benefits and threats that people in this shadow workforce face.
"Democracy, the rule of law, and respect for human rights are bedrocks of resilient, inclusive, and peaceful societies. They underwrite freedom, advance sustainable development, and protect the dignity and rights of every person." — António Guterres
The Human Rights 75 campaign is celebrating the anniversary by calling on all of us to stand up for human rights and commit to making the principles of the Universal Declaration a reality in our daily lives.
Hate speech incites violence and undermines social cohesion and tolerance. Because fighting hate, discrimination, racism and inequality is at the core of United Nations principles and work, the Organization is working to confront hate speech at every turn.
The President of the Human Rights Council, Ambassador Václav Bálek (Czechia), has appointed Vrinda Grover of India as a member of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, which was created by the UN Human Rights Council in 2022.
"As we mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, we face a stark fact. In every corner of the world, LGBTQI+ people continue to face violence, persecution, hate speech, injustice and even outright murder." — António Guterres
The International Film Festival on Human Rights this human world (thw) will hold the Short Film Competition on Human Rights 2023 under the auspices of the United Nations Information Service (UNIS) Vienna, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Austria and the Chief Executive Office of the City of Vienna for European and International Affairs in cooperation with schools in Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia and Türkiye.
