"RACISM"

General Assembly adopts texts setting date for Durban Declaration commemoration, reaffirming commitment to zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse.

Marking the first-ever International Day for People of African Descent, Secretary-General António Guterre said that this day is a celebration of the enormous contributions of people of African descent to every field of human endeavour, said a UN Spokesperson. UNIFEED

The United Nations holds the 4th commemoration of the International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism.

General Assembly establishes permanent forum for people of African descent as ‘consultative mechanism’, advisory body to Human Rights Council.

Peacebuilding Commission should strengthen alliances, Secretary-General’s fund must have greater resources, speakers say in General Assembly debate.

Peacebuilding Commission should strengthen alliances, Secretary-General’s fund must have greater resources, speakers say in General Assembly debate.

Interactive Panel III - Development and Multiple Discrimination.

Opening segment - Interactive Panel I - Recognition- Interactive Panel II - Justice

Addressing a General Assembly meeting on the observance of the annual Nelson Mandela International Day, Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said it was “our individual responsibility to follow Madiba’s example of humility, of forgiveness and compassion, while advocating for democracy and peace throughout the world.” UNIFEED

The General Assembly holds an Informal meeting of the plenary on the occasion of the Nelson Mandela International Day. General Assembly decides high-level meeting on improving global road safety will be held in New York, 2022.