Certain Quote by Rene Cassin
“As corollaries to the right of every individual to life and to full participation in society, the Declaration incorporated in the list of human rights the right to work and a certain number of economic, social, and cultural rights.”
About This Quote
Source Document: Universal Declaration of Human Rights, preamble, 1948
The declaration adds economic, social, and cultural rights, including work, to basic human freedoms.
In simple terms: Rights include work and social participation.
Key Takeaway
Support policies that guarantee work and social rights.
Themes
human rights
work
social inclusion
economic justice
Mood
formal
optimistic
Type
legal
political
When to use this quote
- employment law
- social welfare programs
- education access
Key Concepts
law
political theory
social policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies ensure work rights for all?
- What barriers exist to full participation?
A Different Perspective
Implementation varies worldwide.
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