A
new September 21st arrived, reminding us that today is the International Peace Day (also known as the “World Peace Day”),
which constitutes another inspiring occasion for all to celebrate PEACE. The chosen theme for this year is: "End racism. Build peace." Let's give PEACE a new chance!
"It is not
enough to win a war; it is more important to organize the peace." (Aristotle)
● Historical
background info:
“The International
Day of Peace, also officially known as World Peace Day, is a United Nations-sanctioned holiday observed annually on 21 September. It
is dedicated to world peace, and
specifically the absence of war and violence, such as might be occasioned by a
temporary ceasefire in
a combat zone for humanitarian aid access. The day was
first celebrated in 1981 and is kept by many nations, political groups, military groups, and people.”
(Source: Encyclopedia)
● Excerpt (UNITED NATIONS – International
Peace Day 2022):
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world
on 21 September. The UN General Assembly has declared this as a day
devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of
non-violence and cease-fire.
But
achieving true peace entails much more than laying down arms. It requires
the building of societies where all members feel that they can flourish. It
involves creating a world in which people are treated equally, regardless of
their race.
As
Secretary-General António Guterres has said:
“Racism continues to poison institutions, social structures, and everyday life in every society. It continues to be a driver of persistent inequality. And it continues to deny people their fundamental human rights. It destabilizes societies, undermines democracies, erodes the legitimacy of governments, and… the linkages between racism and gender inequality are unmistakable.”
The 2022 theme for the International Day of Peace is “End racism. Build peace.” We invite you to join the efforts of the United Nations as we work towards a world free of racism and racial discrimination. A world where compassion and empathy overcome suspicion and hatred. A world that we can truly be proud of.
“Racism continues to poison institutions, social structures, and everyday life in every society. It continues to be a driver of persistent inequality. And it continues to deny people their fundamental human rights. It destabilizes societies, undermines democracies, erodes the legitimacy of governments, and… the linkages between racism and gender inequality are unmistakable.”
The 2022 theme for the International Day of Peace is “End racism. Build peace.” We invite you to join the efforts of the United Nations as we work towards a world free of racism and racial discrimination. A world where compassion and empathy overcome suspicion and hatred. A world that we can truly be proud of.