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International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief 2026
A UN observance to condemn violence against individuals on the basis of their religion or belief, promoting tolerance and respect.
International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief 2026
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Aug 21, 2026 1:00 AM
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August 21, 2026 1:00 AM
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Event Summary
A UN observance to condemn violence against individuals on the basis of their religion or belief, promoting tolerance and respect.
Contributors
Freedom of religion or belief, freedom of opinion and expression, the right to peaceful assembly and the right to freedom of association are interdependent, interrelated and mutually reinforcing.
The General Assembly decided to designate 22 August as the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief. The Day comes right after the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, 21 August.
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