International Day for People of African Descent - 31st August 2024

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The International Day for People of African Descent is observed globally every 31st August.

An Overview of the News

• The day honors the significant contributions of the African diaspora worldwide.

• It aims to eradicate all forms of discrimination against people of African descent.

• 31st August 2024 will mark the 4th observance of this day.

Background:

• Resolution Adoption: On 16th December 2020, the UN General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/75/170, establishing 31 August as the International Day for People of African Descent.

• First Observance: The inaugural observance took place on 31 August 2021.

• Initiative: The creation of the International Day for People of African Descent was driven by Costa Rica.