Human Rights Education

Respect for all life is a central tenet of Buddhism. We believe transformation of the individual is the foundation for structural and systemic change in society. Human rights education can propel us to overcome discrimination and hatred, recognize the value and dignity of all, and empower people to construct a culture of human rights. Through advocacy and non-formal education, we support the World Programme for Human Rights Education (2005–ongoing) and the United Nations Declaration on Human Rights Education and Training (2011).

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Educational tools

Human Rights Education: Open Web Resource

This site is an educational tool that provides resources and action steps on human rights education. Currently available in Arabic, English, French and Spanish. Read more
Educational tools

Changemakers: Stories of Young Human Rights Educators | Documentary Film

“Changemakers: Stories of Young Human Rights Educators,” is a documentary film jointly developed by the United Nations (OHCHR), Amnesty International… Read more

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At the UN

"Changemakers" Launch Creates Hope in Dark Times

SGI supported several side events at Human Rights 75 in Geneva, particularly highlighting its newly launched multimedia educational tool that… Read more
At the UN

At HRC54, States and Stakeholders Outline Priorities for the Fifth Phase of the World Programme for HRE

SGI and other stakeholders advocated States to prioritize youth rights, specifically for those from marginalized backgrounds, as a primary focus of… Read more
In the community

The SDGs Online Cinema Series on Persons with Disabilities and Their Families

The SDG’s online cinema series screened Siblings, a film that depicts the challenges facing family members of persons with disabilities. The film’s… Read more
In the community

Panels at the Parliament of the World's Religions Discuss Human Rights and Nuclear Weapons

At the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions, SGI representatives presented on the organization’s commitment to opposing nuclear weapons and to… Read more
At the UN

Enhancing Advocacy for Human Rights Education and Youth at the UN

SGI highlighted human rights issues and supported civil society voices at the fifty second session of the UN Human Rights Council. Read more
In the community

“Transforming Lives: The Power of Human Rights Education” Exhibition Shown in Canada

From 15–18 March 2023, the exhibition “Transforming Lives: The Power of Human Rights Education” was held in Ontario, Canada. Read more
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Resources

Articles & publications
Human Rights Education in Displacement Context
This presentation and guide was developed based on the work that SGI carries out as Co-chair of the Task Team on Human Rights Engagement of the… Read more
Statements

Human Rights Education | Statements

Human rights education oral and written statements submitted to the Human Rights Council Read more
Exhibitions

Transforming Lives: The Power of Human Rights Education

This exhibition raises awareness of the role of human rights education in promoting dignity, equality and peace and in preventing human rights… Read more
Videos

A Path to Dignity: The Power of Human Rights Education

The 28-minute film presents three stories illustrating the positive impact of human rights education among schoolchildren (India), law enforcement… Read more
SGI Quarterly

Human Rights Education Today | Issue Contents

This issue of the SGI Quarterly explored the power of human rights education in the year that the UN Declaration on Human Rights Education and… Read more
Related websites

NGO Working Group on Human Rights Education and Learning

A working group of the NGO Committee on Human Rights in Geneva, Switzerland. Read more
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Our Focus Areas

Disarmament Sustainability & Climate Change Human Rights Education Peace Gender Equality & Women's Empowerment Humanitarian Relief

About Us

The Soka Gakkai is a global community-based Buddhist organization with a membership of over 12 million people around the world that promotes peace, culture and education centered on respect for the dignity of life. Soka Gakkai International (SGI) is an NGO in consultative status with the United Nations.

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