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September 29, 2024
UN Secretary-General's Message for the International Day of Non-Violence
The UN Secretary-General commemorates International Day of Non-Violence (October 2), emphasizing Gandhi’s belief in the Power of Non-violence over Weapons and urging Support for this Noble Vision.
Photo: On October 2, 2009, the United Nations Postal Administration issued a new stamp to commemorate the International Day of Non-Violence. The Day is observed each year on October 2, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. The stamp image depicts a rendition of Mahatma Gandhi by artist Ferdie Pacheco. October 2, 2009. New York. United States of America. UN Photo/Ryan Brown. [File Photo]
New York, United Nations, September 29, 2024 — The following is the message from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for the International Day of Non-Violence, which will be observed on October 2, 2024.
“On the International Day of Non-Violence, we commemorate the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi and reaffirm the values to which he dedicated his life: equality, respect, peace, and justice. Our world today is bristling with violence.
“Conflicts are raging across the globe, from Ukraine to Sudan, the Middle East, and beyond. War is creating a landscape of destruction, poverty, and fear. Inequality and climate chaos are undermining the foundations of peace, and hate whipped up online is spilling over onto the streets.
“The recent Summit of the Future provided hope as countries united to establish the foundation for a revitalized multilateralism capable of promoting peace in an evolving world. It entails a renewed emphasis on addressing the root causes of conflict, such as inequality, poverty, and division. It is now crucial for countries to translate these commitments into tangible actions.
“Gandhi believed that non-violence was the most powerful force available to humanity, surpassing any weapon. Let’s work together to establish institutions that support this noble vision.”
— Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General, United Nations
Source: United Nations, New York
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