Proclamation of Teheran Sets Human Rights Goals
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History II: Human Rights Series
- Categories: Women’s Issues, Social Issues, Reform, and Protest, Diplomacy, International Relations, Foreign Affairs
- Subcategories: Treaties, Agreements, Negotiations, Human Rights
- Curriculum: Women’s History, Middle Eastern History, Worldwide
- Geographical Location: Middle East, Iran
- Date: May 13, 1968
Article abstract: The International Conference on Human Rights adopted the Proclamation of Teheran, setting priorities for the future human rights work of the United Nations.
Summary of Event
In December, 1963, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 1968 as the International Year for Human Rights. In connection with this celebration, the International Conference on Human Rights met in Teheran, Iran, from April 22 through May 13, 1968. The meeting was seen as an occasion for detached stocktaking and long-term planning, as Secretary-General U Thant...
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