Treaty on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) is a treaty established in 1966 that commits countries to promote and protect fundamental rights such as access to education, healthcare, decent work, social security, and adequate living standards. It recognizes that these rights are essential for human dignity and well-being, encouraging governments to take active steps toward fulfilling them and ensuring that all individuals can participate fully in society. The treaty serves as a global framework for advancing economic and social justice, emphasizing that these rights are integral to peaceful, fair, and sustainable development.