5 Human Rights Violations Ignored By Parliament

Like many other countries, Mongolia observed Human Rights Day on December 10, the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 70 years ago.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights empowers us all. The principles enshrined in the declaration are as relevant today as they were in 1948. The declaration is a milestone document that proclaimed the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to as a human being - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.

Commemorating Human Rights Day and the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Director General of UNESCO Audrey Azoulay proclaimed, 'Once again in our time, human rights are under threat. Across the world, we see how easily they can be swept aside by dehumanizing stereotypes and the rise of intolerant discourse. Conflict, violent extremism and natural disasters can cause chaos, undermining the rights of the most vulnerable in society. Emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, also must be developed with full respect for human rights. We must remain ever vigilant that the progress made in the past 70 years is maintained, and UNESCO will continue to play its role being the leading international laboratory of ideas to tackle these challenges.'

Calling on individuals to stand up for equality, justice and human dignity, the National Human Rights Commission of Mongolia (NHRC) organized an array of measures along with civil societies and other organizations.

Human rights in Mongolia

Head of NHRC J.Byambadorj remarked, 'Mongolia is taking the lead with its commitment to international human rights instruments. It is also the one of the first 10 countries to ratify 17 of the 18 Core International Human Rights Instruments.

Our country has established a system to protect human rights, but we're still faced with serious human rights violations, especially violence against women and girls and discrimination. The efforts of state-owned human rights organizations, social organizations, and individuals haven't been as fruitful as we'd hoped.'

Nevertheless, NHRC continues to protect human rights. It has begun carrying out the 'Renewing Mother Earth: Sustainable Development Goals 2030' document with the objective to create a unified community that adheres to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and where nobody...