In conclusion, the Working Group welcomes the proclamation of the International Decade for People of African Descent starting on 1 January 2015 and ending on 31 December 2024, with the theme "People of African descent: recognition, justice and development" and stands ready to provide any substantive assistance the General Assembly may require during the Decade.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Working Group of experts on people of African descent
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Person(s) affected
N.A.
Year
2014
Paragraph type
Conclusion / Recommendation
Reference
WG People of African Descent, Report to the UNGA (2014), A/69/318, para. 56.