Geneva, Switzerland

Today is Human Rights Day. The theme for 2008, “Dignity and justice for all of us,” reinforces the vision of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) as a commitment to universal dignity and justice. It is not a luxury or a wish-list. The UDHR and its core values—inherent human dignity, non-discrimination, equality, fairness and universality—apply to everyone, everywhere and always.

The Declaration is universal, enduring and vibrant, and it concerns us all. Since its adoption in 1948, the Declaration has been and continues to be a source of inspiration for national and international efforts to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms. (A month ago, I posted re: an engaging type-based video on the UDHR here).

Images: received today from Zimbabwean ex-pat Chaz Maviyane-Davies.