21 March each year marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD), sometimes referred to as ‘Harmony Day’ in Australia. ‘Harmony Week’ refers to the week within which this date falls.

More info: https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/race-discrimination/publications/fact-sheet-international-day-elimination-racial

What is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and why is it important?

Why we commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination rather than “Harmony Day”?

Fact Sheet – International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

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