Education as a cultural right

The right of everyone to take part in cultural life is also intrinsically linked to the right to education. Stamatopoulou (2007, for literature reference see original source document) notes that “[t]he right to education is itself a cultural right and a precondition of the enjoyment of various other cultural rights, including language rights, the capacity to participate in the arts and other areas.” A plethora of legal instruments recognize the right to education.

Note: See source document for full reference.

Cultural Factors: Educational system, Customs/traditions/rituals

Hazards: Natural hazards, Man-made non-intentional hazards or emergency situations

Types of Actors Concerned: Government, National civil protection body

Recommendations:

• Employ an overarching rights-based approach in disaster policies and operations