Human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, whatever our nationality, place of residence, sex, national or ethnic origin, color, religion or language. Human rights are all interrelated, interdependent and indivisible, and we are all equally entitled to them without discrimination.
Tolerance is respect and appreciation of the world's rich variety of cultures, forms of expression and ways of being human, and is based on recognition of the universal human rights and fundamental freedoms of others.
The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery focuses on eradicating contemporary forms of slavery, including trafficking in persons, sexual exploitation, the worst forms of child labor, forced marriage, and the forced recruitment of children for use in armed conflict.
Violence against women and girls is a human rights violation that is a consequence of discrimination against women in law and in practice, and of persisting inequalities between men and women.
Corruption is an obstacle to development, peace and security around the world. No country is immune, and all bear a responsibility to end it through transparent, accountable governance.