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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination - March 21

March 26 , 2023 614 days 429 0
  • On that day, in 1960, police opened fire at a peaceful demonstration in Sharpeville, South Africa, against the apartheid pass laws.
  • On October 26, 1966, the UN General Assembly designated this day.
  • Theme of this year is : 75th anniversary of UDHR - an impetus to combat racism.

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