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Youth for Human Rights

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What is Youth for Human Rights?

Youth for Human Rights (YFHR) is an independent non-profit group which has its headquarters in Los Angeles. Its purpose is to educate people all over the world on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, so that they will promote and advocate these rights all over the globe, from a grass-roots level on up.

YFHR holds events to raise awareness of Human RIghts issues around the world. The organization also produces videos and educational tools to raise awareness of Human Rights. One example of their products is the award-winning music video, UNITED, which promotes the power and importance of human rights awareness.

Recently, YFHR produced a series of 30 audiovisual human rights videos, which serve as public service announcements. Some of these videos are featured on this lens.

Youth for Human Rights has been assisted in its establishment and development by the Church of Scientology. For more information on the history and development of Youth for Human Rights, see History of Youth for Human Rights International.

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The Award-Winning Video on Human Rights Awareness

Human Rights Videos by Youth for Human Rights

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For more information on Youth for Human Rights and the Church of Scientology, visit the following links.

Youth for Human Rights International: This is the official website of Youth for Human Rights, where you can find all of their human rights videos, their educational materials, and more information on their activities.
Church of Scientology: Find out more information about the Church of Scientology and its humanitarian activities around the world.
Church of Scientology on YouTube: Videos on humanitarian activities, self-help, anti-drug campaigns, and more.
The World Can Change: This website has been created to help people unite and co-ordinate their efforts to make a better world.

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spirituality Jan 5, 2009 @ 10:57 am | delete

Great lens. You may want to see my Amnesty International lens.

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scholar Nov 13, 2008 @ 12:20 am | delete

Human rights are the bedrock on which commerce is founded. Without the implicit agreements enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights being upheld, all that is left is chaos. Chaos brings fear, uncertainty and doubt and poverty. But with Human Rights honored, you have rule of law, which promotes property rights which leads to the order needed for commerce to occur. If you are buying eggs in a market, you need to know that they are not rotten, and that what you offer as exchange will be accepted at a fair rate of exchange. As you can see a simple transaction relies on all that arises from Human Rights.

Next time you go to the store, tick off a list of the Human rights touched on by your visit. Will it be all of them?

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Janet Stein Oct 28, 2008 @ 1:05 pm | delete

I have seen the Human Rights videos several times and they always bring tears to my eyes. Unfortunately, there are still human rights violations all over the world. The Church of Scientology is highlighting these problems and bringing them to public attention -- problems that are hard to confront. But they must be confronted for all of us to be truly free.

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Ro Oct 27, 2008 @ 11:55 pm | delete

Very much enjoy this kind of thing. It's rather inspiring and makes me feel that the world is good and there are good people here who care. I like to see thought provoking stuff, human stuff, people helping other people. Thanks for sharing.

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Mike Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:28 pm | delete

These videos are incredible! I love them.

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Konky Oct 27, 2008 @ 3:33 pm | delete

Great way to educate, awareness on Human Rights is a first step towards achieving them.

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Mandy Oct 27, 2008 @ 1:34 pm | delete

My son really has taken to the Youth For Human Rights message. He is inspired to let others know what THEIR human rights actually are. He has been half way around the world and has observed violations of basic human rights for himself, so this movement has struck a chord with him that I believe will stay with him throughout his life. He is 7 years old.

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Colleen Murphy Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:32 am | delete

I thank the Church of Scientology for their role in establishing this wonderful movement. If every person on earth used these ideas then the world would truly be a safe and harmonious place for all.

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Anne Oct 27, 2008 @ 9:16 am | delete

Truly wonderful!

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Suzanne Oct 27, 2008 @ 4:13 am | delete

It's great to see kids who aren't plugged into some form of electronic device & want to help others.

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Laura Oct 26, 2008 @ 7:03 pm | delete

Youth of Human Rights is such an amazing group! I love the messages. Let's get more kids involved!

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BetterWorld Oct 26, 2008 @ 5:29 pm | delete

This is a great side and the videos are fantastic. For a better world we need real human rights. Good job.

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dianeboone54 Oct 26, 2008 @ 3:58 pm | delete

Great content. I enjoyed it.

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charlene Oct 26, 2008 @ 2:54 pm | delete

Aesthetic, emotional and real. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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Valaina Oct 26, 2008 @ 2:28 pm | delete

These videos are truly inspiring and should be spread out even more.

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Your Friend Oct 26, 2008 @ 2:27 pm | delete

These video really show life as it is. Whoever created these videos really knows how to communicate. They are truly a work of art. This is what our society needs. Thank you!