What's happening in the US
Human rights are the fundamental things in life that every person on the planet is entitled to. Social and economic issues as health, housing, employment and the right to an education are as much human rights as the political rights such as free speech and protection from torture.
Why is a high street retailer so committed to defending human rights?
The Body Shop believes that as part of the global community, it is the responsibility of every individual to actively support human rights. Whether it's signing a petition, using our purchasing power to boycott a company, or lobbying governments, we all have the power to effect change. If enough individuals demand change - big business and governments will have to listen.
Businesses have an important part to play in effecting social change. Through having a social conscience and acting with social responsibility, businesses can help create lasting change in society.
With over 1,900 outlets around the world The Body Shop has an opportunity to raise awareness amongst millions of people. Our freedom to do so is underpinned by other more basic freedoms that others have had to fight for. It is right that we support them.
"First they came for the Communists, but I was not a Communist so I did not speak out. Then they came for the Socialists and the Trade Unionists, but I was neither, so I did not speak out. Then they came for the Jews, but I was not a Jew so I did not speak out. And when they came for me, there was no one left to speak out for me." Martin Niemoeller
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed it's the only thing that ever does." Margaret Mead, anthropologist.
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