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on the Occasion of the 56th Commission on Human Rights Item 7: The Right to Development United Nations, Geneva, Switzerland 27 March 2000
Life itself is about constant change
and exchange of energy which expresses itself through a process of physical, psychological,
social and spiritual development. This has been the natural process of evolution and survival
of the human being, before being considered as a right.
The right to development is an integral part of the right to life. However today’s society
based on production, profit and competition promotes an attitude which excludes large
sections of that society.
In a world which is becoming more and more independent yet interdependent, it would be
harmful and counter-productive not to create a dynamic equilibrium of initiatives and
creativity amongst all of the actors in the system, in order to establish a culture of
peace for every human being.
To guarantee the possibility for everyone’s full development in life is an elevated ideal.
To inspire, to make easier and to favour the other’s development is more than a gesture
of love; it is a deep recognition of the laws of creation, it is to lead a life fully
conscious of one’s responsibility on earth.
To give others the means by which to best develop their personal capabilities will rapidly
lead towards the creation of an interactive system, which will be a source of harmony and
of quality of life for all.
We have entered the age of communication and information, which has reduced the world to
the size of a village and has brought all cultures closer than ever before.
This phenomenon of globalisation requires from each one of us a demonstration of cooperation,
solidarity and brotherhood, opening new horizons.
This evolution of our conscience would enable everyone to realise that they need not be
influenced by the conditioning of society or the media, so that they can then develop
fully as a citizen of the world.
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University has, for over 60 years, encouraged personal
development of consciousness based on the recognition of one’s own inner values and qualities,
independent of nationality, culture, race, sex, or religion.
This commitment and deep faith in the worth and dignity of every human being, uses a simple
form of personal reflection which is accessible to all. It has enabled many individuals
throughout the world to become free from negative and harmful tendencies that restrict
their personal development.
Access to the basic rights to development is still denied to many individuals in the world.
It is everyone’s responsibility, including governments, to guarantee this right to development
for every individual, even the most impoverished, in order to give him/her hope and a sense
of purpose throughout his life.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
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