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On 19 August, the world marks World Humanitarian Day, established by the United Nations to honour the victims of the 2003 bombing of its headquarters in Baghdad, at a time when humanitarian workers and aid personnel are facing one of the most severe waves of systematic attacks ever recorded in armed conflict, particularly in the occupied Gaza Strip. 

By its resolution No. A/RES/78/286 adopted on 7 June 2024, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 10 June as the International Day for Dialogue among Civilisations, “to raise awareness of the value of the diversity of civilisations and to encourage dialogue, mutual respect, tolerance and global solidarity.” This day seeks to replace the narrative of the “clash of civilisations” with that of an “alliance of civilisations” grounded in constructive dialogue between peoples.

The United Nations General Assembly, through resolution 76/254 adopted in 2022, designated 15 March as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. It called on all Member States, entities of the United Nations system, as well as international and regional organizations, civil society, the private sector and religious institutions to mark this day.

As it enters its 21st year, Alkarama for Human Rights releases its 2025 Annual Report, providing an in-depth overview of the human rights situation across the Arab world and reflecting its unwavering commitment throughout the year. 

Today, the world marks the International Day of Education, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly on 3 December 2018, highlighting "the role of education in celebrating peace and development" and recognizing that “education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility.” On this occasion, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), together with various regional partner organizations, is organizi

On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, the signatory international human rights organizations reiterate a simple yet fundamental truth: human rights are neither privileges granted by governments nor favors that can be withdrawn or bargained away. This applies in particular to civil and political rights, which form the backbone of human dignity; violations of these rights inevitably leave deep and lasting consequences across entire societies.

Today, we observe the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, established by the United Nations General Assembly in resolution A/RES/54/134 of 17 December 1999, to encourage reflection on the progress made and the efforts undertaken to eradicate all forms of violence against women. 

On October 2, the world celebrates the International Day of Non-Violence, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 61/271 of June 15, 2007, with the aim of promoting a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence. 

Alkarama expresses deep concern and strongly condemns the unjust sanctions imposed by the government of the United States of America against Ms. Francesca Albanese, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories.

Alkarama and a group of human rights organisations have signed a joint statement in support of French researcher François Burgat, who is facing judicial harassment in France for his outspoken positions on the crimes committed against the Palestinian people, particularly in Gaza.