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United Nations Zero Discrimination Day 1 March

Zero Discrimination Day 1 March, acknowledged by the United Nations and celebrated globally with other international organizations. It was inaugurated on March 1, 2014, by Michel Sidibe, the Executive Director of UNAIDS, following a key event in Beijing on February 27, 2016.

Zero Discrimination Day: Why Is It Important?

Zero Discrimination Day 1 March 2022 focuses on the urgent need to tackle global inequalities. These inequalities span across various aspects such as wealth, gender, age, health status, employment, disabilities, sexual orientation, substance addiction, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, and beliefs.

On March 1, Zero Discrimination Day highlights how we can all learn about and promote inclusiveness, empathy, tolerance, and, most importantly, the need for change. This day aims to advance equality before the law and in practice across nearly all UN member countries.

How Is Zero Discrimination Day  Recognised?

History of Zero Discrimination Day

UNODC advocates for addressing the HIV-related struggles of marginalized groups, like drug users and inmates, who face stigma and discrimination daily. This discrimination not only affects their access to healthcare and support but also reflects broader societal attitudes.

It leads to significant disparities in HIV prevention and treatment, highlighting the need to confront prejudice and promote human rights at all levels.