Garreth Cliff Wins The Battle

 
                                   

                                            Garreth Cliff VS Freedom Of Expression


We all know or should have heard about the stir that Garreth Cliff caused over social media with his views on the Sparrow situation. But nobody knew that it would cause such a media up raw and make headlines in the news!

Although Freedom of expression exists and some people may agree with what Garreth did and said others felt like what Garreth had said was offside and had nothing to do with freedom of expression. His comment was seen as rude, disrespectful ad left people calling him a racist. This situation left Garreth Cliff faced with a court case and his job on the line.

After going through and fighting a court case to secure his job and justify his actions, Garreth Cliff won the case and walked away with a big smile on his face.

This is a good example for people to learn from and know how to use freedom of expression wisely. Even if their are many different platforms for us to share our views and opinions one must remember to not say anything that intentionally will harm another's feelings and reputation.


4 Main Guidelines To Keep In Mind When Using Freedom Of Expression:

1. Freedom of opinion and expression are fundamental rights of every human being. Indispensable for individual dignity and fulfilment, they also constitute essential foundations for democracy, rule of law, peace, stability, sustainable inclusive development and participation in public affairs. States have an obligation to respect, protect and promote the rights to freedom of opinion and expression.

 2. Freedom of opinion and expression are essential for the fulfilment and enjoyment of a wide range of other human rights, including freedom of association and assembly, freedom of thought, religion or belief, the right to education, the right to take part in cultural life, the right to vote and all other political rights related to participation in public affairs. Democracy cannot exist without them.

 3. Freedom of opinion and expression are important in and of themselves for the promotion of individuals’ self-fulfilment and autonomy. Freedom of expression, including artistic expression, is essential for the development and manifestation of individuals’ identities in society.

4. Free, diverse and independent media are essential in any society to promote and protect freedom of opinion and expression and other human rights. By facilitating the free flow of information and ideas on matters of general interest, and by ensuring transparency and accountability, independent media constitute one of the cornerstones of a democratic society. Without freedom of expression and freedom of the media, an informed, active and engaged citizenry is impossible.