WGST 1808 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Essential Dignity, Dignity, Wgst

• School: Carleton University
• Department: Women's and Gender Studies
• Course: WGST 1808
• Professor: Aalya Ahmad

Document Summary

Right: claim that we are justified in making; things that people can be entitled to expect, given the promises/guarantees that have been undertaken by another party. Human rights: not dependent on promises/guarantees by another party; inherent to all human beings as a birthright. Human rights claim is ultimately a moral claim rests on moral values. Human dignity and equality human rights define those basic standards which are necessary for a life of dignity; and their universality is derived from the fact that, in this respect, all humans are equal. Freedom human will is important part of human dignity; to be forced to do something against our will demeans the human spirit. Respect for others a lack of respect for someone fails to appreciate their individuality and essential dignity. Non-discrimination should not judge people"s rights and opportunities based on their characteristics. Tolerance intolerance signifies lack of respect; equality uniformity.