International Day Against Police Brutality

March 15, Saturday

International Day Against Police Brutality 15th March — is a day dedicated to the fight against police violence and brutality by law enforcement agencies worldwide. It is celebrated every year on March 15th and aims to raise awareness about human rights violations that may occur when police use excessive force, while also supporting those who become victims of excessive violence by security forces.

History and Significance of the Day
The International Day Against Police Brutality was established in 1997 in Switzerland, when a group of human rights activists came together to raise awareness about the growing issue of police violence. This day has become a platform to fight against violence by law enforcement and has contributed to the development of the human rights protection movement.

The goal of this day is to highlight the need for reforms within police forces, to promote legal and humane working methods, and to strengthen accountability for crimes committed by police officers.

How the International Day Against Police Brutality is Celebrated
In various countries, events are organized on March 15th to raise awareness about police brutality and fight against this practice. These events often include:

- Marches and demonstrations in support of human rights and against police violence.
- Public protests and demonstrations organized by human rights activists.
- Discussions and public lectures on the legal and social aspects of police brutality.
- Media projects and publications highlighting cases of police brutality.

Goals and Purposes of the Day
- Draw attention to the problem of police brutality and violence, which is often not thoroughly investigated.
- Support victims of police violence and give them a voice.
- Promote the creation of more transparent and accountable police forces.
- Call for legal and humane working methods for the police and the need for reforms in the judicial system.

The Role of Activists and Human Rights Organizations
Activists and human rights organizations play a key role in organizing the events on this day. They work to raise awareness, draw public attention to cases of police violence, help the victims, and advocate for necessary reforms. Their efforts aim to ensure justice, restore trust in the police, and combat systemic issues in the judicial system.

The International Day Against Police Brutality reminds us of the importance of protecting human rights, holding police officers accountable, and the need to create fair, impartial, and safe legal structures for all citizens.

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International Day Against Police Brutality in other years

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2022 March 15, Tuesday
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2024 March 15, Friday
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International Day Against Police Brutality in other countries