Measures to combat contemporary forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance : resolution / adopted by the General Assembly.
1996
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SymbolA/RES/51/79
TitleMeasures to combat contemporary forms of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance : resolution / adopted by the General Assembly.
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Summary
Takes note of the recommendation of the Special Rapporteur to convene, without further delay, a world conference on racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance and to include the question of immigration and xenophobia on its agenda; expresses its profound concern at and unequivocal condemnation of all forms of racism and all racist violence, including related acts of random and indiscriminate violence; expresses its deep concern at and condemnation of manifestations of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance against migrant workers and members of their families and other vulnerable groups in many societies; encourages all States to include in their educational curricula and social programmes, at all levels as appropriate, knowledge, tolerance and respect for foreign cultures, peoples and countries; categorically condemns any role played by print, audio-visual or electronic media in inciting acts of violence motivated by racial hatred; recognizes that Governments should implement and enforce legislation to prevent acts of racism and racial discrimination.
Action note1996-12-12
Vote summary
Adopted without vote, 82nd meeting
Meeting record
A/51/PV.82
Agenda information
A/51/251 108 Elimination of racism and racial discrimination. RACIAL DISCRIMINATION
Date[New York] : UN, 25 Feb. 1997.
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3 p.
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Adopted at the 82nd plenary meeting, 12 Dec. 1996.