In this article we are going to explore the fascinating world of Freedom of assembly and its many facets. Freedom of assembly is a topic that has captured the attention of people of all ages and backgrounds, as it has a significant impact on our daily lives. Through this article, we are going to delve into the different dimensions of Freedom of assembly, examining its history, its relevance today and its potential impact in the future. Additionally, we will analyze the various perspectives and opinions on Freedom of assembly, providing a broad and objective view on this topic. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and learning about Freedom of assembly!
Right to form social or political groups and hold meetings
The terms freedom of assembly and freedom of association may be used to distinguish between the freedom to assemble in public places and the freedom to join an association. Freedom of assembly is often used in the context of the right to protest, while freedom of association is used in the context of labor rights and in the Constitution of the United States is interpreted to mean both the freedom to assemble and the freedom to join an association.
Human rights instruments
Freedom of assembly is included in, among others, the following human rights instruments:
^Jeremy McBride, Freedom of Association, in The Essentials of... Human Rights, Hodder Arnold, London, 2005, pp. 18–20
^See: NAACP v. Claiborne Hardware Co., 458 U.S. 898 (1982); Healey v. James, 408 U.S. 169 (1972); Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen v. Virginia, 377 U.S. 1 (1964); United Mine Workers v. Illinois State Bar Assn., 389 U.S. 217 (1967).