ISLAMABAD: The United Nations' (UN) World Day of Social Justice is annually observed on February 20 to support efforts of the international community in poverty eradication, the promotion of full employment and decent work, gender equity and access to social well-being and justice for all.
The UN General Assembly proclaimed 20 February as World Day of Social Justice in 2007, inviting Member States to devote the day to promoting national activities in accordance with the objectives and goals of the World Summit for Social Development.
Many associations, counting the UN and the International Labour Office, make declarations on the significance of social justice for populace. Many unions furthermore present plans for better social justice by dealing with poverty, social and economic elimination and joblessness.
Trade unions and movement groups also participate and call on their members and followers to mark the day.
Schools, colleges and universities arrange singular activities for the day or sketch out a week of events and activities revolving around a subject connected to poverty, social and economic omission or unemployment.
While the diverse media, together with radio and television stations, newspapers and Internet sites, also give concentration to the topics about the World Day of Social Justice.
Observance of World Day of Social Justice should support efforts of the international community in poverty eradication, the promotion of full employment and decent work, gender equity and access to social well-being and justice for all.
The day aims to improve social equity and the well-being of people living around the world.
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