Human rights apply to all individuals equally, regardless of gender, religion, belief or other identity. This is often referred to as the principle of non-discrimination. Freedom of religion or belief is among the human rights that apply equally to all human beings. Some human rights are often practiced together with others. For instance, the right to freedom of religion or belief includes the right of faith communities to appoint their religious leaders.
Ingvill Thorson Plesner – Non-Discrimination and Religious Diversity
ICCPR art 26
In this respect, the law shall prohibit any discrimination and guarantee to all persons equal and effective protection against discrimination on any ground such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, or other status.
Fernand de Varennes – Promoting Minority Inclusion: Good Practice
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