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As the World observed the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21, the Holy See reiterated its strong condemnation of any form of racism which, it says, should be countered by promoting a culture of solidarity and authentic human fraternity.
Addressing the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, Vatican Observer Archbishop Gabriele Caccia stated that racism is based upon the “distorted belief” that one person is superior to another, which starkly contrasts the fundamental principle that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.
“Instances of racism”, he said, “still plague our societies”, either explicitly as overt racial discrimination, which is “often identified and condemned”, or at a deeper level in society as racial prejudice, which though less evident, still exists.
“Only the recognition of human dignity can make possible the common and personal growth of everyone and every society. To stimulate this kind of growth it is necessary in particular to ensure conditions of equal opportunity for men and women and guarantee an objective equality between all human beings.”Archbishop Caccia concluded his remarks by expressing the Holy See’s concern for the racism and racial prejudice targeting migrants and refugees.
The WCC is providing materials for each day that include songs, scriptures, reflections, and more. Collectively, the material shows how a just and inclusive world is possible only when all are able to live with dignity and justice. Many nations and peoples—from India to Guyana and other countries—are highlighted in the reflections, which are appropriate for both individuals and groups.
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