International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief 2025

The United Nations observe the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief on August 22, 2025. Freedom of religion or belief is recognized in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Nevertheless, acts of violence occur regularly due to a lack of tolerance. The United Nations commemorates these victims and strongly condemns such acts. The organization emphasizes the importancy to promote and protect human rights.