Rev. Fr. John Damian
Today, March 24th is International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims. It is a day set aside to say no to all forms of violence, injustice and oppressions against humanity.
Commenting on the essence of this celebration António Guterres declares, “On this International Day, let us stand in solidarity with all detained staff and pledge to work together to ensure that all UN staff have the safety they need to help the world’s most vulnerable.”
Apart from UN staff, there are so many other persons who have lost their lives. Some are being detained while defending the right of others. We must give honour to whom it is due!
The purpose of International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims is to: Honour the memory of victims of gross human rights violations and promote the importance of the right to truth and justice; Pay tribute…
