Human rights serve as the unshakable foundation of a just and fair society, safeguarding the inherent value and dignity of every individual human. These fundamental rights transcend borders and contexts.
They represent ‘assured freedoms’, not bestowed upon us by nature, but meticulously defined by the laws and rules we’ve collectively fought for and championed. To defend human rights is to recognize their fragility, acknowledging that they are not automatic features of our existence. Instead, they are guaranteed by our collective commitment to protect and uphold them. It’s a shared responsibility that extends beyond individual interests and national boundaries.
The phrase ‘assured freedoms’ encapsulates the essence of human rights – freedoms we’ve not stumbled upon but have actively secured through concerted efforts. The assurance of these rights depends on our dedication to defend and uphold them.
Failure to safeguard these rights constitutes a collective forfeiture, putting at risk the hard-earned fabric of justice and equality. The price of silence or indifference is the erosion of the very principles that have been woven into the societal tapestry through painstaking struggles and relentless advocacy.
The defense of human rights is not merely a duty; it is a collective responsibility that binds us together in the pursuit of a world where dignity, justice, and equality prevail.
Christos Floros 