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International Migrants Day 2024: International Migrants Day is a global observance dedicated to promoting a more inclusive and equitable world for all and advocating for equal and fair migration policies.
It also serves as a platform for raising awareness about the issues faced by migrants, including their rights, integration challenges, and contributions to host communities.
International Migrants’ Day is annually marked on 18 December, and in 2024, it will be observed on Wednesday, under the theme stated by the European Parliament, ‘Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights.’
The theme raises awareness about migrants’ exploitation while highlighting migrants’ positive contributions to society.
Additionally, it emphasises the importance of upholding human rights and ensures that migration policies are fair, inclusive, and protective of migrants’ dignity.
International Migrants Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000, in response to the growing number of migrants across the world, in addition to, marking the establishment of the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, adopted by the United Nations in 1990, that came into force in 2003.
This convention aimed to enhance the protection of migrant workers and their families, ensuring that their rights are upheld regardless of their status or location.
By focusing on this, International Migration Day aims to foster a more compassionate and equitable world where the contributions of migrants are acknowledged and their challenges addressed.
