On planet Earth there are many nationalities and nationalities. Each ethnic group has its own customs, traditions, religious beliefs, ideas about when and how to work, relax, build a family life and raise children. Unfortunately, not everyone understands how important it is to tolerate others. And among representatives of one nation, there are often clashes, misunderstandings, and sometimes serious conflicts.
The issue of tolerance worries UN representatives, so in 1995, at the suggestion of UNESCO, the International Day of Tolerance was established.
What is tolerance?
Tolerance is understood as the acceptance of the fact that the world around us is diverse, and all members of society manifest their individuality in different ways. A tolerant person does not have to be condescending, but he must cultivate a tolerant attitude towards others, respect human rights and freedoms.
Tolerance (in other words - tolerance) is manifested at the state level, during the daily life of people and is formed as a result of training and education. Legislative bodies are encouraged to draft bills based on the principles of fairness and impartiality, to comply with the rule of law, and judicial and administrative rules.
At the family and community level, tolerance is manifested in respect for each other. If necessary, a person or group of people is offered social and legal protection.
If a social group does not show tolerance for representatives of another nationality, race, religion, promotes hatred and enmity, then an attitude towards such a community cannot be tolerant.
Tolerance must be fostered from childhood, so the UN supports the development and implementation of educational programs to promote tolerance among the younger generation. It is recommended to start learning by explaining to the child his own rights and freedoms, then the student will be led to understand that all people are equal. Along with the development of tolerance, violence is prevented on ethnic, racial and religious grounds.
Festive events
International Day for Tolerance is celebrated annually on November 16th. The United Nations headquarters is hosting a themed holiday, “We Are One Family: Teaching Our Children for a Safer World.”
At the state level, the holiday is celebrated in schools, kindergartens, out-of-school institutions. Competitions, seminars, interactive games, sports competitions are held. Unlike events held on other days, on November 16, teachers focus children's attention on the need to be friends, respect and understand each other. If a representative of a different nationality is studying in a class or group, then one cannot offend him, emphasize differences in his behavior, speech, manners, and judgments. The same applies to children with special needs in inclusive education.
The most large-scale International Day of Tolerance was celebrated in 2006 in the Leningrad Region. Schoolchildren got acquainted with the games of the peoples of Russia, attended a film show dedicated to the problems of representatives of different cultures, and understood the concept of “tolerance”. Teachers and school administrators attended lectures and took part in seminars of relevant topics.
In Transbaikalia and Petrozavodsk, a year ago, hours of running and dancing were held as part of the action “We are for the friendship of nations”. Young people drew posters, interviewed each other, made flyers. Young Petersburgers talked with the representative of the Federation for World Peace T. Krasnosumova, and Muscovites spoke with the ambassadors of the world. In Volgograd, they learned the movements of folk dances and played football, and Kazan schoolchildren visited the Ecumenical Church. The action was attended by 16 Russian cities.
International Day of Tolerance (Tolerance) is celebrated by all UN member countries.
Tolerance in Russia
In the Russian Federation, a policy of tolerance is legislatively enshrined in the Constitution. Article 13 notes that the state recognizes ideological diversity and not a single ideology can prevail. The Criminal Code also provides for relevant articles.
Through ratification, international legal acts have become legal, in accordance with which other international holidays of Russia are celebrated (International Women's Day, Labor Protection Day) :
- Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- Convention on the Rights of the Child.
- Covenants on Civil and Political, Economic and Cultural Rights.
Rules of conduct for a tolerant person
International Day for Tolerance is a good occasion to remember what positions you should be guided when communicating with other people. A person who adheres to the principles of tolerance:
- Recognizes that self-esteem is shared by all people, without exception.
- Respects the differences between people.
- Familiar with the concept of "individuality."
- Recognizes that complementarity is at the core of collaborative action.
- Seeks to maintain peace on earth.
- Preserves the historical memory of its people.
- He knows how to force himself, without forcing others.
- Complies with legislative and moral standards.
Tolerance Awards
International organizations encourage the dissemination of ideas of tolerance. Thus, in 2010, Juan Carlos I , who occupies the throne of Spain, received the European Medal of Tolerance. Two years later, Ivo Josipovic, President of Croatia, and Boris Tadic, former President of Serbia, received awards . One hundred thousand dollars UNESCO prize awarded to citizens of Mali and Chile. In their countries, men have been active in protecting human rights.
International holidays in November
In addition to the International Day of Tolerance, in the last month of autumn in many countries of the world celebrate:
- Vegan Day.
- Day to prevent exploitation of the environment during war and armed conflict.
- Day of the blind.
- Day to End Violence against Women.
- Day of solidarity with the Palestinian people.
- Information Protection Day.
Also in November, men, students, KVN workers are honored, regional, religious holidays and observances are celebrated.