‘Human being is the highest value,’ Ombudsperson’s Human Rights Day statement

YEREVAN, DECEMBER 10, ARMENPRESS. The human being is the highest value, and his or her dignity is the inseparable foundation of rights and freedoms, Ombudsperson Anahit Manasyan said in her statement on the occasion of the Human Rights Day.

Below is the full statement released by Manasyan’s office.

“Dear compatriots, beloved colleagues, I congratulate all of us on the occasion of the Human Rights Day.  

“Today, December 10, the world celebrates the International Human Rights Day, which is based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. This day provides an opportunity to once again emphasize that the human being is the highest value, and his/her dignity is the inseparable foundation of rights and freedoms.  

“The protection of human rights requires daily efforts and commitment. It is the cornerstone for building a harmonious, tolerant society that respects rights.  

“In this regard, the state has a key role to play: it is obligated to ensure mechanisms that guarantee the protection of human rights and to consistently develop them based on the principles of the rule of law and human-centered values. It is equally important to combine our collective efforts to overcome the challenges present in the field of human rights protection.  

“From the perspective of establishing a proper system for the protection and promotion of human rights, human rights education also plays a crucial role. Serious steps must be taken to improve education in this field.  

“As the Human Rights Defender, I emphasize not only working for people but also working with people. I hope that my daily activities, along with those of my staff, contribute to the protection of the rights of every member of society and to guaranteeing their right to a dignified life.  

“Once again, I congratulate you on this important day, wishing that we may work together to shape a societal environment built on the rule of law.”