Human Rights Day | 10th December 2025

“Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials”

On 10 December, the world marks Human Rights Day and reaffirms its commitment to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).  This historic document upholds the inherent rights to which every individual is entitled as a human being – regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, or any other status.

The theme for this year is “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials”.  It reminds us that human rights are not abstract ideals—they shape and support our daily lives in ways we may not always see.  From access to housing, safety, education and healthcare, to the ability to speak freely, participate in community, and live without discrimination.

Human rights underpin the dignity and wellbeing of every person.

As the world faces challenges new and ongoing; climate change, conflicts, pandemics, racism and inequalities, the values, and rights enshrined in the UDHR provide guideposts for our collective actions that do not leave anyone behind.

This year’s theme also reminds us that human rights are positive, essential and attainable (Our Everyday Essentials), and that protecting them is the key to building stronger, fairer and more resilient communities.

ILC actively contributes to the advancement of human rights by providing free legal services to members of our community.  We strive to empower individuals to realise their legal rights, with a particular focus on those experiencing social and economic disadvantages in the Illawarra and surrounding areas.

By acknowledging this significant day, we underscore the importance of promoting initiatives to address issues such as exclusion, inequality, gender equity, discrimination, homelessness, poverty and justice for all.

Stand up for your rights.  Stand up for the rights of others.

Human rights are our everyday essentials.  We all have a role to play.

To find out more visit: https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-rights-day

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