Human Rights: The next generation speaks up
Many celebrated Human Rights Day in their own way but here is what it means for the next generation and learners of Randfontein High School (RHS).
The learners of Randfontein High School (RHS) shared their views about Human Rights Day recently and what it means to them.
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Edzai Mpukuzela, a Grade Nine learner said, “Human Rights Day is the celebration of dignity. It means no one is subjected to treatment that makes them feel less than any one else. Human Rights Day tells us to prioritise the dignity of others and ourselves.”
Destiny Mothupi, the Grade 12 public relations officer stated, “We get to show we have respect for each other’s culture, background and traditions.
It shows diversity, especially in my school where diversity is huge – we respect each other and accept one another for you are.”
Ongeswa Sikusa, a member of the Representative Council of Learners (RCL) added, “We get to honour people that fought for the rights we have today. We have a more just society and we do not have to fight against the oppression they went through.”
Nyiko Ngobeni, a Grade 11 representative noted, “It is a day where we celebrate the end of discrimination against certain people especially those that are disabled and underprivileged. We also celebrate the end of social issues, including racism.”
