Civilization Rights Day

JUNE 10

A global initiative to honor, recognize, and reaffirm the rights of civilization for all humanity.

A Day for Global Recognition

Civilization Rights Day is an annual global event that honors, recognizes, and reaffirms the collective rights of nations, communities, indigenous groups, and local people to safeguard their civilization’s heritage—past, present, and future. It is a day that calls for action to create a world where all cultures, societies, and civilizations are respected, valued, and protected.

An Invaluable Resource for Humanity

Civilization rights are an invaluable resource belonging to all of humanity. They embody human ingenuity, creativity, and resilience, and serve as a source of pride, identity, and belonging. These rights take various forms, from sacred sites, structures, and monuments to artifacts, music, folklore, and pottery.

The Threats We Face

Unjust Retention

Past colonial powers refusing to repatriate stolen cultural items, severing communities from their heritage.

Commercial Exploitation

Entities exploiting heritage for commercial gain without fair compensation or respect for its cultural significance.

Cultural Falsification

Appropriation and falsification that distort history, disrespect origins, and mislead future generations.

A Call to Accelerate Progress

Civilization Rights Day is a call to action, urging us to accelerate progress toward a world where all civilizations are treated with respect and dignity. It is a moment to reflect on our shared history and commit to a more equitable future.

Core Principles of the Day

Respect

Protection

Education

Celebration

How You Can Get Involved

There are many ways to participate in Civilization Rights Day. Your involvement, big or small, contributes to a global movement.

Attend Events

Join local or virtual seminars, exhibitions, and ceremonies.

Organize Your Own

Host a discussion, a film screening, or a community gathering.

Volunteer

Lend your time and skills to one of our partner organizations.

To learn more about how you can get involved, please visit the official website (coming soon).

Join the Digital Movement

If you are unable to participate in person, you can show your support on social media by using the hashtag #CivilizationRightsDay. Sharing information about the event and its goals on your social media accounts can help raise awareness and encourage others to get involved.

Let’s work together to protect and promote the diversity and richness of our world’s civilizations.

A Global Alliance

Civilization Rights Day is a collaborative effort, supported by our global alliance of academic institutions, NGOs, foundations, and corporations committed to promoting and adopting the principles of Civilization Rights.

Endorse the Movement

The most powerful way to support this initiative is to add your voice to the call for global recognition. Endorse the Universal Declaration of Civilization Rights and join the movement.