In 1833, The American Antislavery Society adopted its Declaration of Sentiments. The Declaration was written by William Lloyd Garrison, an American abolitionist. Read the Declaration of Sentiments. For this assignment, you will write your own Declaration of Sentiments for a current or past human rights issue. Some examples of human rights issues that you may choose include (but aren’t limited to):
Poverty in the United states and abroad
Women’s rights around the world
Refugee and migrant rights
Children’s rights and the right to education
Censorship and free speech
Crimes against humanity and war crimes
LGBT equality and human rights
Task:
Research the Declarations of Sentiments, including the Declaration of Independence
Write a one-page Declaration that includes:
An opening paragraph
A list of sentiments (grievances)
Closing remarks
A list of signers
A citation page