Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. This is a day for people to renew their commitment to peace, both globally and personally. The UN Sustainable Development Goal 16, “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions” promotes peaceful, inclusive and sustainable societies where there is justice and peace for all. This year's theme is “The Right to Peace - The Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 70”.
It is time all nations and all people live up to the words of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human race. This year marks the 70th anniversary of that landmark document.
The Cairns JCU library will be celebrating the International Day of Peace all week. Come in and view our display, relax while colouring in our mandala or help craft a mandala collage (presented by JCU Counselling & Wellbeing).
You can also be involved at a community level by attending events in Townsville and Cairns to commemorate the Day and promote peace.
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