Unit 1: Human Rights
In this lesson you will learn more about:
- Your human rights according to the South African constitution.
- How your rights as a person with TB can be violated.
- What to do when your rights are violated


Select if the following statements are true or false.
The Bill of Rights is a cornerstone of democracy
in SA
True False
No person may discriminate against anyone with TB or HIV
True False
Everyone has the right to human dignity, including people living with TB and HIV and AIDS.
True False
Everyone is equal before the law and has the right
to equal protection, including people living with communicable diseases
True False

In groups or pairs discuss the following questions.
- What are Rights?
- Why do we have rights?
- How are they violated?
- Give examples.