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Zero Discrimination Day Observed on 1 March 2025.

Important Days | Dated: 01 Mar 2025

The United Nations (UN) observes 'Zero Discrimination Day' annually on March 1st across the globe to promote equality, inclusion, peace, and diversity. The day aims to raise awareness about the harmful effects of discrimination and stresses the right of every individual to live a fulfilling and dignified life.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - March 1, 2025, marks the observance of the 11th Zero Discrimination Day.
  • - The theme for Zero Discrimination Day 2025 is "We Stand Together," focusing on a specific aspect of discrimination.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) In 2013, on the occasion of World Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Day (December 1), UNAIDS launched the Zero Discrimination Campaign, aiming for a global transformation toward equality and inclusion.
  • (ii) This campaign was introduced under the leadership of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and 'UNAIDS Global Advocate for Zero Discrimination,' with the hashtag #zerodiscrimination. The first-ever Zero Discrimination Day was observed on March 1, 2014.
  • (iii) The 'butterfly' symbolizes Zero Discrimination Day, representing transformation and change.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When is Zero Discrimination Day observed?

Correct Answer: March 1

🚀 Quick Recap:

About UNAIDS

  • Executive Director (ED): Winnie Byanyima
  • Headquarters: Geneva