International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
On 25 March the UN remembers the millions of people enslaved through the transatlantic slave trade and calls for action against racism.
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OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2008
About the day
The UN General Assembly set the day in 2007 and it was first observed in 2008. It educates people about the history and legacy of slavery, including the resistance of enslaved Africans, and the date recalls the UK's 1807 Act abolishing the trade.
2026 theme
Justice in Action: Confronting History, Advancing Dignity, Empowering Futures
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Thursday 25 March 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Saturday 25 March 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Sunday 25 March 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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