World marks International Day of Remembrance for victims of slavery

Every year on March 25, the world observes the International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

Established by the United Nations in 2007, this day honors the millions of people who suffered during one of history's most brutal human rights violations.

The date marks the 1807 abolition of the slave trade by the United Kingdom.

For over 400 years, more than 15 million people were forcibly taken from Africa.

This day serves as a vital moment to reflect on this shameful era, recognize the resistance of enslaved people, and confront the systemic racism that persists today.

It also highlights modern issues like human trafficking and forced labor.

At the UN Headquarters in New York, the monument 'The Ark of Return' stands as a permanent reminder of this history, inviting us to learn from the past to build a more just future.

By remembering these events, we reaffirm our commitment to human dignity and the ongoing struggle against inequality.