International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, March 25th.

 FORUM:  “Stories of Courage: Resistance to Slavery and Unity against Racism.” Commemorating the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade 2022.

EVENTS: 

The United Nations General Assembly will hold an in-person meeting in the General Assembly Hall to commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Expected speakers include the U.N. Secretary-General, the President of the General Assembly, U.N. Member States and keynote speaker Nikole Hannah-Jones, the creator of The New York Times’ groundbreaking 1619 Project.

The event, "Rhythms of Resistance," will highlighting the history of the transatlantic slave trade, as well as its ongoing legacy of racism. Through showcasing rhythmic performances in multiple countries, the event will also demonstrate how African cultures have shaped societies throughout the Americas. It will be broadcast on Friday, 25 March, at 10:00 a.m. EDT on UN WebTV

CAMPAIGN: Mobilize educational institutions, civil society and other organizations to inculcate in future generations the "causes, consequences and lessons of the transatlantic slave trade, and to communicate the dangers of racism and prejudice."

OAS to Celebrate V Inter-American Week for People of African Descent in the Americas,

 EXHIBIT: An exhibit entitled "Us and Them: From Prejudice to Racism" is on display in the Visitors Lobby at United Nations Headquarters from 16 February until 5 April.