International Day for Countering Hate Speech, as established by the United Nations in 2017, occurs on 18 June every year.
The International Day of Countering Hate Speech was established by the United Nations in July 2021.
Hate speech incites violence, undermines diversity and social cohesion, and threatens the common values and principles that bind us together.
It promotes racism, xenophobia and misogyny; it dehumanizes individuals and communities; and it has a serious impact on our efforts to promote peace and security, human rights, and sustainable development.
Words can be weaponized and cause physical harm.
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