Today is International Human Rights Day, marking the anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. The day serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to promote and protect the rights and dignity of all individuals, everywhere. International Human Rights Day is an opportunity for each of us to reflect on the fundamental freedoms we are entitled to, such as the right to equality, freedom of expression and of course, access to justice. It also highlights the ongoing efforts to combat discrimination, violence and inequality, and calls on us to stand in solidarity with those whose rights are at risk. It is fitting that the Chairperson of the Board of Legal Aid SA, Deputy Judge President Nobolao Martha Mbhele, and our National Operations Executive, Mr Ntsumbedzeni Nemasisi are currently attending a United Nations Expert Group Meeting on Equal Access to Justice for All, in Brasilia, Brazil. The Meeting's purpose is to share information on challenges, lessons learned, best practices and enabling factors needed to enhance the functioning of criminal justice systems to ensure equal access to justice for all. We stand for human rights - for all. Proudly #legalaidsa
