human rights

Defines human rights and liberty and gives examples.

Presents an illustrated simplified version of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted by the United Nations following World War II.

Explores the history of the Civil Rights movement in the United States.

Contains episodes eleven and twelve of "Freedom: A History of US," which looks at America in the early twentieth century, covering the Wright brothers' invention of the airplane, joining the fight in World War I, women's suffrage, and the 1920s; as well as the stock market crash, Great Depression, New Deal, and joining the fight in World War II.

Chronicles the life of Paul Farmer, focusing on his efforts to diagnose and cure infectious diseases and to bring modern medicine to the countries and people who need them most.

This book takes the reader through the ups and downs of the marriage equality movement, from the 1990s to the current era, from the first same-sex couples to have their marriage license applications rejected to the changing attitudes that led to every individual having the right that was once reserved only for some.

Examines how and why social change occurs and the lasting influence of the LGBT movement on mainstream society.

A brief biography of Malala Yousafzai, an activist who fights for the educational rights of girls, survived an assassination attempt, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Traces the efforts of Dr. Paul Farmer to transform healthcare on a global scale, documenting his visits to some of the world's most impoverished regions and the unconventional methods that enabled him to improve and save lives.