Archive · 21 Aug 2025
International Day of Remembrance for Terrorism Victims
Every year, the world remembers people hurt by terrorism on a special day called the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism.
The United Nations created this day in 2017 to honor those affected by terrorist attacks.
The day's purpose is to help and support survivors, and make sure their rights are protected.
Terrorism causes significant damage, harming and killing many people each year.
The International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism is observed annually.
It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on August 21, 2017.
The day remembers and pays tribute to victims and survivors of terrorism.
The day aims to promote and protect their human rights and basic freedoms.
Terrorism causes harm and death to many innocent people annually.
- Who
- The United Nations established the day to honor victims.
- What
- An international day to remember victims of terrorism.
- When
- Observed annually.
- Where
- Worldwide.
- Why
- To remember, pay tribute to, and support victims and survivors, protecting their rights.
- Established by
- United Nations General Assembly
- Established on
- August 21, 2017
- Purpose
- To remember and support victims of terrorism