The purpose of the International Day for Tolerance is to make people more aware of the perils of intolerance. In 1995, in recognition of the United Nations Year for Tolerance and the 125th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s birth, UNESCO established a reward for the development of tolerance and nonviolence.
The UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize honors significant contributions to scientific knowledge, art, heritage, and information exchange. It promotes tolerance and nonviolence. Its goal is to advance a spirit of peace and tolerance. The International Day for Tolerance was declared on November 16 by the UN General Assembly by Resolution 51/95.
A quality that promotes peaceful coexistence is tolerance. Tolerant people listen to and respect the viewpoints of others. They demonstrate their strength by demonstrating their ability to deal with opposing viewpoints.
On the International Day for Tolerance, several events are planned that are aimed at both the wider populace and education programs.
Even the 1995 UNESCO Proclamation on Tolerance stated that “tolerance is respect for, acceptance of, and admiration for the vast diversity of our organization worldwide, our forms of expression, and our means of becoming human.”
One such attribute that is seen as the foundation of society is tolerance. People from many racial, cultural, and religious origins coexist together as a result of globalization. As a result, developing tolerance and harmony is crucial. A society where people feel valued is tolerant. Every person has a personal space where they can express their opinions, beliefs, and dreams.
Without a question, tolerance is a necessary component of a vibrant and livable society. Other cultures, castes, colors, and creeds should all be respected. Contrarily, we cannot overlook the fact that tolerance doesn’t imply that only one person or party exhibits acceptance and understanding for others, while the others do not. As a result, both parties should display forbearance.
Quotes, Slogans, Messages, Images, Posters, and Banners to create awareness on International Day for Tolerance 2022
“A society will be judged on the basis of how it treats its weakest members.” – Pope John Paul II
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
“In order to have faith in his own path, he does not need to prove that someone else’s path is wrong.” – Paulo Coelho
“My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together.” – Archbishop Desmond Tutu
