Alberta Human Rights Information Service March 15, 2007
March 21 is the
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21st is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This commemorative day, proclaimed by the United Nations in 1966, honours the lives of the young students who were massacred in a peaceful anti-apartheid protest in Sharpeville, South Africa. Sixty-nine protesters died, and 180 were wounded.
Albertans are urged to speak out against all forms of discrimination and encourage fairness for all citizens. Plan to attend an event related to March 21st. See the calendar of provincial events (29 pages). Visit the Help Make a Difference website to find out how you can make a difference in your community. Read more.
Racism Free Alberta is a coalition of anti-racism organizations and individuals in Alberta. The Alberta Human Rights and Citizenship Commission and the Human Rights, Citizenship and Multiculturalism Education Fund are among the coalition members.
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