Forty years ago the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Although it has been used as a framework of ideals, it does not have the force of law. This document needs to be given real life and strength. With your help this tour can achieve that. Respect for others is the basis for the establishment of human rights.
Progress is always difficult, slow and erratic but it is always possible.
In the last century slavery was acceptable in our society. In the last century children were sent down mines seven days a week. There are still countries where people do not get the vote. We must build the list of what we not tolerate in our world. I feel that Amnesty International is the most civilized organization in history.