In 1948, representatives from around the world gathered at the United Nations General Assembly in Paris and wrote a document called the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This document listed the human rights that should be protected around the world. These include the right to religious freedom and equality before the law.

Decades later, protecting human rights is still a challenge in many places. UN Secretary General António Guterres has said, "When we achieve human rights and human dignity for all people—they will build a peaceful, sustainable, and just world.” Think about the source of human rights. Where do human rights come from and what are the best ways to protect them?