‘Magnificent diversity’ of humanity is a treasure, not a threat, Guterres says

‘Magnificent diversity’ of humanity is a treasure, not a threat, Guterres says

The International Day is observed annually on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian freedom movement and pioneer of the philosophy of non-violence. “On this International Day, we commemorate not only the birth of Mahatma Gandhi but also the timeless values he championed: mutual respect and understanding, justice, and the…

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Protecting older persons’ rights benefit everyone: UN chief

Protecting older persons’ rights benefit everyone: UN chief

In a message commemorating Sunday’s International Day of Older Persons, the UN chief underscored the pervasive issue of ageism in society and the vulnerability of older persons in the face of crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, poverty and climate emergencies. “Addressing these and other issues is a human rights imperative that will benefit everyone,”…

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