International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery on 2 December focuses on ending modern slavery, including trafficking and forced labour.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The United Nations marks the day on the anniversary of the General Assembly's adoption of a 1949 convention against trafficking and exploitation. The ILO estimated that 50 million people were in modern slavery in 2021.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wednesday 2 December 2026 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Thursday 2 December 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Saturday 2 December 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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