International Day for Countering Hate Speech
On 18 June the UN encourages governments, organisations and individuals to identify, address and counter hate speech.
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OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2021
About the day
The UN General Assembly proclaimed the day in July 2021. It builds on the UN Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech, launched on the same date in 2019, and warns that hateful rhetoric can be an early sign of violence.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 18 June 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Sunday 18 June 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Monday 18 June 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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