From November 9-12, 2018, the first international youth conference will take place at Wannsee in cooperation with the Foundation for Remembrance, Responsibility, and Future as part of its EUROPEANS FOR PEACE . To mark the 70th anniversary of the UN Convention on Human Rights, 65 young people (16-27 years old) from a total of 12 Council of Europe member states will gather here to exchange ideas on the topic of human rights.
The 1948 Declaration of Human Rights was a fundamental response to historical injustices, particularly the unprecedented Nazi crimes and the Second World War. But where do human rights stand in 2018? At the first youth conference, " Right here, right now: Human Rights!", we will discuss the significance of human rights for us personally and for our social responsibility. Together, we will examine their origins and the 30 articles, placing them in current contexts such as flight and migration. We will also address the question: What can each of us do to defend human rights? During the conference, we will learn tools to contribute to everyday life. Through workshops and discussions led by stakeholders committed to youth participation and human rights, we will learn, discuss, plan, and celebrate together – we look forward to eventful days and lively exchanges.
The project website provides information about the program, speakers, and their key topics. Due to the international nature of the conference, all information is available in English.