Hey there! Have you ever heard of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)? It’s a group where countries from all over the world come together to talk about human rights 🌍❤️.
But did you know that the United States once left this council and then rejoined later? Let’s find out why!
What Is the UNHRC?
The UNHRC is like a big team dedicated to making sure everyone around the world is treated fairly and with respect 👍. They discuss important issues like freedom, equality, and justice.
When the U.S. Left the UNHRC
In June 2018, the United States decided to leave the UNHRC 🚪🚶. The U.S. government felt that the council wasn’t doing a good job and was unfair in some of its decisions.
The U.S. Returns!
But guess what? In January 2022, the United States rejoined the UNHRC 🎉! They wanted to be back at the table to help make important decisions about human rights.
Why Is This Important?
Human rights affect everyone, including you and me! By being part of the UNHRC, countries like the United States can work together to make the world a better place 🌟.
What Can You Do?
You can learn more about human rights and why they matter. Maybe one day, you’ll help make a difference too! 😊
Reference(s):
U.S. cannot withdraw from a body it no longer belongs to, UNHRC says
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