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Date

Aug 23 2024

Time

All Day

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, designated by UNESCO, serves to commemorate the transatlantic slave trade and its abolition. The date, August 23rd, was chosen to coincide with the uprising in Saint Domingue (Haiti), which played a pivotal role in catalyzing the end of the slave trade. UNESCO calls upon its member states to organize events that engage young people, educators, artists, and intellectuals, encouraging their participation in activities aimed at preserving the memory of this dark chapter in history and promoting awareness of its lasting impact.