This book looks at how and why human rights are abused. It examines how the rights of those in different sectors of society can be abused, such as children and workers, and how human rights are affected during war and other conflicts. It goes on to explain that we have to actively campaign for human rights - and the best way to do this is through education. Including case studies and quotes from people around the world.

 

This book is part of a book series called Why? .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2006 by Hachette Children's Group .

Alison Brownlie is an Education Officer for Oxfam and former geography teacher. She has written and consulted on a number of education packs for teachers.