Azerbaijani Ombudsman marks the International Day of Peace in the country

Each year the day of 21st of September is globally celebrated as International Day of Peace. This day reminds all humanity the necessity of the commitment to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace.

The Ombudsman annually held Peace month-long campaign throughout the country from 21 August-21 September. In the framework of the whole month central and local executive bodies, in cooperation with international organizations, educational institutions, NGOs and media outlets hold round tables, conferences, competitions and exhibitions on the relevant topic.

Regional Offices increase awareness of participants about history of the establishment of International Peace Day and of the national peace month-long campaign initiated by the Ombudsman; its global significance; peace dialogue; importance of peaceful resettlement of armed conflicts, violating human rights; interrelations between peace and tolerance, as well as the significance of this campaign, which facilitates to improving legal and peace culture in the society.

In the events it was noted that the International Day of Peace has always been important for Azerbaijan as a country of which the 20 percent of its territories are under the occupation of Armenian armed forces. The Ombudsman emphasized her hope for releasing the occupied territories and building peace that will allow the IDPs return their home lands soon.