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21st of May is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. 

21st of May is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. 

Why should we mark this day?

International days like this are occasions to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilise political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity. 

The existence of international days predates the establishment of the United Nations, but the UN has embraced them as a powerful advocacy tool. There are also days not designated by U.N. which we in TLF commemorate all the same.

In our theme of #Solidarity highlighting issues of Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is key.

Just as we are discussing the issue of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we must also seek ways we can use our cultural diversity for development, this we can do by continuous dialogue and yes, action.

I personally represent 4 distinct tribes in Nigeria and I am always open to dialogue about cultural diversity among my relations and among others who also come from families with multiple tribes.

Our diversity should be our unique strength for development.

Remember our aim in TLF is for charity and social development.

Any work of charity that we engage in must end in development.

We must not just do things for fun, to mark calendars, to pass time, for eye service, to fill our resumes and for show!


Let us discuss the Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination today.


TLF💚

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