International Peace Day 2022
September 21 is observed as the International Day of Peace throughout the world. As the name implies, this day is dedicated to advancing the notion of world peace. But achieving peace requires much more than just putting down one's weapons. The purpose of the day is to encourage peaceful coexistence among people by educating the public on issues related to violence. What you should know about the International Day of Peace is as follows:
History of the International Day of Peace
The General Assembly of the United Nations unanimously voted in 1981 to establish a day for "commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples."
Following the 1982 celebration of the first International Day of Peace, September 21 was designated as Peace Day. Twenty years later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously decided to designate the Day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire, marking a significant turning point.
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