Durban Conference 25 years on. Adnan Barq: “The very fact of existing is a fight in itself”
Seven thousand delegates from 170 countries adopted the Durban Declaration, but activists say racism remains widespread 25 years later.
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Durban was an ambush, not an achievement
Twenty-five years after the Durban World Conference against Racism, Mary Kluk recalls how optimism turned to shock when antisemitic material surfaced at the parallel NGO Forum — and why its legacy still matters.
South Africa: Durban Conference 25 Years On - Racism and Xenophobia Persist
The third UN Conference Against Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance in 2001 was a watershed moment for millions worldwide. The Durban Declaration and Programme of Action became foundational for the global fight against racism. What we need now is for states to use the plan to take clear, concrete actions and turn the promises into reality.
Durban Conference 25 years on. Adnan Barq: “The very fact of existing is a fight in itself”
My name is Adnan Barq. I’m 25 and I’m a Palestinian from the Old City of Jerusalem. I’m a journalist and also make films. The Durban Conference was happening when I was one year old. It’s fascinating to see how many people got together back then to try and shape justice in the world but, […]
On September 8, 2001, the 3rd World Conference against Racism was concluded in Durban, South Africa. On that occasion, the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action were signed, notable documents regarding the fight against racism at a global level. This year, this milestone completes 25 years. In [...] The post 25 years of the Durban Conference: know 5 highlights of the forum that guided racism at a global level appeared first in Geledés.
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