International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2026 – March 21
The United Nations (UN) observes the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination annually on 21 March to raise awareness about racism, racial discrimination, and the challenges faced by people of African descent and other affected communities.
The United Nations (UN) observes the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination annually on 21 March to raise awareness about racism, racial discrimination, and the challenges faced by people of African descent and other affected communities.
- 2026 marked the 61st anniversary of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms Racial of Discrimination (ICERD).
Background:
Adoption: On 26 October 1966, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/2142 (XXI), titled “Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination,” declaring 21 March as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
First Observance: The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination was first observed on 21 March 1967.
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