These four International observance days reflect on experiences and histories, and are a call to action to embrace and implement global, sustainable change, and positive outcomes.
1st – Zero Discrimination Day
8th – International Women’s Day
21st – Eliminate Racial Discrimination
25th – Remember the Victims of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade
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Zero Discrimination Day
March 1st
Zero Discrimination Day is observed on March 1 annually. It is celebrated by the United Nations and other international organizations. It aims to end all forms of inequality and discrimination. In 2026 Zero Discrimination Day highlights the need to put people first. ”
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International Women’s Day
March 8th
To honor the achievements of women across all aspects of life – social, economic, cultural, and political – while also advocating for gender equality. In 2026, International Women’s Day (IWD) marks an extraordinary milestone: 115 years of collective action, advocacy, and progress toward gender equality. What began in the early 20th century as a movement demanding fair wage, safer working conditions, and the right to vote has grown into a Global Day of Recognition, Reflection, and Renewed commitment.
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Eliminate Racial Discrimination
March 21st
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on the day the police in Sharpeville, South Africa, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960.
Pass laws were part of the
white-dominance in the government systems designed to segregate, control, stigmatize, and restrict movements of Black African citizens. Pass laws were one of the dominant features of the apartheid system.
Information for 2026 Observances coming soon.
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International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
March 25th
To honour and remember those who suffered and died at the hands of the brutal slavery system. For over 400 years, more than 15 million men, women and children were the victims of the tragic transatlantic slave trade, one of the darkest chapters in human history. Unveiled in 2015; The Ark of Return by Rodney Leon, an American architect of Haitian descent, permanently honours the victims.
