Human Rights – The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) and international cooperation. Human Rights in Australia – The 1967 Referendum, White Australia Policy and multiculturalism. Conscription

What are human rights?

Human rights are basic rights and freedoms that every person should have regardless of their race, gender or religion

Why was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights created?

It was created in 1948 to give basic rights and freedoms to everyone and to prevent the treatment that people experienced during WW2

What is international cooperation?

International cooperation means countries working together to solve problems.

What is the 1967 Referendum?

The 1967 Referendum is a important event that changed the Australian constitution to improve the rights and recognition on Aboriginal and Torres strait islander people

What is multiculturism?

Multiculturalism means people from different cultures, backgrounds and religions living together in one society.

What are the benefits of multiculturism?

More cultural diversity, different traditions being introduced, new skills introduced

What is the white Australia policy?

The White Australia Policy was a set of policies designed to restrict non-European immigration to Australia.