I have a right to learn
Without it, I would be a poor person
I’m claiming it by working hard
Because I am persevering

I have a right to express my views
Without it, I would lonely
I’m claiming it by involving myself in group work
Because I am a good comrade

I have a right to be respected
Without it, I would not have dignity
I’m claiming it by respecting others
Because I am a leader

I have a right to be protected
Without it my life would be exposed to criminals
I’m claiming it by staying at home
Because I am human

I have a right to have a shelter
Without it, I would be killed by harsh weather conditions
I’m claiming it by applying for RDP house
Because I am a person not an animal

I have a right to vote
Without it, I would be oppressed by others
I’m claiming it by registering
Because I am a citizen of this country

I have a right to protest
Without it, I would be tortured
I’m claiming it by speaking politely
Because I am a professional person.

I have a right to equality
Without it, I would be under-estimated
I’m claiming it by striking
Because I am a human being.

I have a right to eat
Without it, I would be hungry
I’m claiming it by asking for food
Because I am alive

I have a right to choose where to live
Without it, I would be homeless
I’m claiming it by looking for a better place
Because I am a freedom fighter