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This panel discussion (with Bosnian-English interpretation) aims to delve into the multifaceted dimensions and importance of memorializing genocide, with a particular focus on the Srebrenica genocide, not least in light of the proposed draft resolution on designating 11 July as International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica.

"Briefing on the preparation for the commemoration of the 29th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide, including the draft resolution on "International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica".

Kwibuka 30 - On 15 April, the United Nations Office at Geneva will commemorate the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, which was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003. The date marks the beginning of the genocide perpetrated against members of the Tutsi minority by the Hutu extremist-led government. Within just over 100 days, more than 1 million Tutsi were systematically murdered.

This morning, on April 12th 2024, was held a Memorial Ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, organized by the Department of Global Communications and the Permanent Mission of Rwanda to the United Nations.

Memorial Ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, organized by the Department of Global Communications and the Permanent Mission of Rwanda to the United Nations.

Remarks by Dennis Francis, President of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, at the Commemoration of the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, in the General Assembly Hall.

Remarks by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, at the Commemoration of the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, in the General Assembly Hall.

Remarks by Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly, at the United Nations Memorial Ceremony marking the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust.

The annual Holocaust Memorial Ceremony is the central event organized in observance of the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust. It will be held on 26 January 2024 in the United Nations General Assembly Hall, under the theme "Recognizing the Extraordinary Courage of Victims and Survivors of the Holocaust".

Opening remarks by Melissa Fleming, United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, at the United Nations Memorial Ceremony marking the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust.

"Following the 7 October 2023 attacks by Hamas in Israel, the Bureau of the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People made public appeals for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The Committee will host a panel of experts, on 11 December 2023, aimed at examining the legal implications of Israel's military offensive."

This year's event to mark the 75th anniversary of the Genocide Convention will seek to highlight achievements that emanate from the Convention, showcasing its legacy, and also reflect on the challenges that remain for its effective implementation.