The universal values ​​are the set of characteristics and norms of coexistence of the human being considered as positive and valid qualities in a given time. They are usually considered innate to human nature.Universal values ​​are studied in ethics, morals and philosophy. Specifically, the axiology devotes its study to values ​​and value judgments, as well as, human rights are also based on what is considered as universal values.

The concept of universal values ​​is broad and open to interpretations. Although they are values ​​that are given importance, each person usually prioritizes some of them according to their scale of values, especially when there are situations of conflict between several universal values.Therefore, it is considered that universal values ​​define the attitudes of individuals to live harmoniously between family, friends, co-workers and other people.