Abolition of Slavery Day is an annual observance held on February 1st to honor the official end of slavery in various countries around the world. This significant day serves not only as a reminder of the enduring struggles and sacrifices of abolitionists, but also as a celebration of hope and freedom for those who were…
The Ongoing Legacy of October 12: Columbus Day/National Day of Indigenous Resistance On October 12, many Americans will celebrate Columbus Day, a federal holiday that commemorates the explorer Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the Americas in 1492. However, for many Indigenous peoples across the continent, this day represents the beginning of centuries of oppression, violence, and…
August 1 marks a significant day in the history of Guyana, as it commemorates the deaths of five brave sugar workers in 1948. This day is known as Enmore Martyrs Day, and it serves as a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by these workers in the fight for better working conditions. The Enmore…
The International Day Against Fascism and Antisemitism is observed every year on April 13. This day serves as a reminder to the world about the atrocities and discrimination faced by minority groups, particularly the Jewish community, during the rise of fascism and fascism regimes in Europe during the mid-20th century. Fascism is a political ideology…
On April 27th, we celebrate Freedom Day, a significant day in the history of South Africa that commemorates the first democratic elections in 1994. This day marks the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new era of freedom and equality for all South Africans. It is a day to reflect on our past,…
March 25: National Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade The International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is observed every year on March 25th to honor and remember the millions of people who suffered and lost their lives during the transatlantic…
