On which date is United Nations International Day for the Abolition of Slavery celebrated?
The ‘United Nations International Day for the Abolition of Slavery’ is observed on December 2nd annually. This day aims to raise awareness about modern forms of slavery, promote the eradication of all contemporary slavery practices, and advocate for victims’ rights.
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The ‘United Nations International Day for the Abolition of Slavery’ is observed annually on December 2nd. This significant day underscores the global commitment to eradicating all forms of slavery, including contemporary practices such as forced labor, human trafficking, and exploitation.
The date commemorates the adoption of the United Nations Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons and of the Exploitation of the Prostitution of Others in 1949. The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery serves as a platform to raise awareness about the persistence of slavery in the modern world, advocate for the rights of victims, and promote measures to prevent and eliminate all forms of slavery. It encourages governments, organizations, and individuals to take concerted action towards ending this grave violation of human rights and building a more just and equitable world.