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12/11/08

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The Universal Declaration Of Human Rights

Yesterday (Dec. 10th) was International Human Rights Day, and this year it also marked the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration Of Human Rights. On Dec 10th 1948 many nations came together in Paris, France to sign this declaration that recognizes that all human beings have fundamental rights and freedoms. It is still as important today as it was so long ago.

The photo taken of the woman above illustrates that despite this declaration we still have a very far way to go. She is squeezing herself into a transparent suitcase to raise awareness of human trafficking during yesterday's anniversary.

Image Credit: BBC

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