
The worldwide awareness event International Day of Conscience marks the value of the human conscience. It came into existence on July 25, 2019, by UN General Assembly under UN resolution 73/329. This year it will be celebrated on the theme 'Building a Culture of Peace'.
International Day of Conscience 2023: Significance
The International Day of Conscience is a relatively new observance, having been established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2019. The day is observed on April 5th each year and aims to promote awareness of the importance of conscience and its role in personal decision-making, as well as in promoting peace, justice, and sustainable development.
The significance of the International Day of Conscience lies in its recognition of the power of individual conscience to promote positive change in the world. Conscience refers to the inner voice that guides our ethical and moral decisions, encouraging us to act with integrity and empathy towards others. The observance seeks to inspire individuals to reflect on their own conscience and to act in accordance with its principles.
International Day of Conscience: History
The Declaration of International Day of Conscience was launched at the United Nations in New York on February 5th, 2019 by the Federation of World Peace and Love (FOWPAL), which is a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting peace and love worldwide. The Kingdom of Bahrain submitted a draft resolution titled “Promoting the Culture of Peace with Love and Conscience,” which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) during its 73rd session on July 25th, 2019, declaring April 5th as the International Day of Conscience.
Source: www.un.org
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