Human Rights
According to the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. And yet around the world, many people are denied basic human rights, or find their rights under threat. Pulitzer Center stories tagged with “Human Rights” feature reporting that covers the fight for equality under the law, civil rights and the basic dignity afforded every person. Use the Pulitzer Center Lesson Builder to find and create lesson plans on human rights.
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This is a painting lesson that combines Pablo Picasso's famous 1937 Guernica with current day issues presented by the Pulitzer Center.
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Resources to support student Letters to the Next President inspired and informed by global problems such as water access, climate change, forced migration and more.
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Pulitzer Center Update
2015 Fellows Finalists for SPJ Mark of Excellence Awards
The Society of Professional Journalists honors nine 2015 Pulitzer Center student fellows at regional...
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Lesson Plans
Refugees and The Island of Lesbos
This lesson explores the Greek Island of Lesbos, which has taken in thousands of refugees despite its small population. The island has been a focal landing point for migrants and refugees.
