World Chechnya Day
World Chechnya Day is being commemorated to:
Recognise the suffering and genocide of the Chechen people as a human catastrophe of historic significance
Respect all victims of Stalinist deportations
Raise awareness and understanding of the Chechen genocide as an issue of importance to humanity
Ensure that the horrendous crimes, racism and victimisation that were committed during the Chechen genocide will never be forgotten or repeated, in Europe or elsewhere in the world
Reflect on contemporary atrocities that raise similar issues
Educate subsequent generations about the genocide and the continued relevance of the lessons that can be learnt from it
Assert a continuing commitment to oppose racism, victimisation and genocide
Support shared aspirations for the ideals of justice, security, dignity and peace for all
