Right of everyone to take part in cultural life (Art. 15, para. 1(a)) 2009, para. 7
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The decision by a person whether or not to exercise the right to take part in cultural life individually, or in association with others, is a cultural choice and, as such, should be recognized, respected and protected on the basis of equality. This is especially important for all indigenous peoples, who have the right to the full enjoyment, as a collective or as individuals, of all human rights and fundamental freedoms as recognized in the Charter of the United Nations, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and international human rights law, as well as the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Social & Cultural Rights
Person(s) affected
Ethnic minorities
Year
2009
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Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 21, Right of everyone to take part in cultural life (Art. 15, para. 1(a)) (2009), para. 7.