Freedom of speech, upheld by Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, is among our most essential human rights. It includes “the freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regardless of frontiers”. (Soken-Huberty, 2022). This right is also known as "freedom par excellence", for without it, no other freedom could survive.
Freedom of speech is crucial for a full development of a person. Furthermore, it acts as a foundation stone for a well-functioning democratic society.
Although this right is conceived to be a fundamental human right, its manifestation and enjoyment is not straightforward.
(UDHR), is among our most essential human rights. It guarantees "the freedom to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers" (Soken-Huberty, 2022). This is crucial for a full development of a person, and being a foundation stone of democratic society
For instance, in May 2013, a journalist in Kampala, Uganda, protested after a police raid on a newspaper, showcasing the ongoing struggles for press freedom in many parts of the world. Such actions highlight the tension between government control and the media's role in sharing information. Similarly, at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the German national football team staged a protest by covering their mouths after FIFA banned the "One Love" LGBTQ+ armband. This gesture symbolized the silencing of voices advocating for human rights, as the Qatari government had requested LGBTQ+ visitors to "respect their culture," which limited public support for LGBTQ+ rights during the event.
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