![]() ![]() We would similarly defend the right of those who support the positions of big business, the security forces and employers to express their views peacefully. How governments tolerate unfavourable views or critical voices is often a good indication of how they treat human rights generally.Īmnesty International supports people who speak out peacefully for themselves and for others – whether a journalist reporting on violence by security forces, a trade unionist exposing poor working conditions or an indigenous leader defending their land rights against big business. More recently, freedom of expression has come under threat by authorities clamping down on activists, NGOs and individuals helping refugees and migrants. This is often done in the name of counterterrorism, national security or religion. Governments have a duty to prohibit hateful, inciteful speech but many abuse their authority to silence peaceful dissent by passing laws criminalizing freedom of expression. Yet governments around the world routinely imprison people – or worse – for speaking out, even though almost every country’s constitution refers to the value of ‘free speech’. ![]() You also have the right to agree or disagree with those in power, and to express these opinions in peaceful protests.Įxercising these rights – without fear or unlawful interference – is central to living in an open and fair society one in which people can access justice and enjoy their human rights. You have the right to say what you think, share information and demand a better world. ![]()
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