![]() “Antisemitism is a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. ![]() The non-legally binding working definition of antisemitism is as follows: As a full member of IHRA, Canada was its chair from March 2013 to February 2014.Īs a proud member of IHRA, Canada strongly supports the working definition on antisemitism and illustrative examples which were adopted by consensus in May 2016. The Chair of IHRA rotates annually between member states. The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) is a multilateral body composed of 31 member countries devoted to Holocaust education, remembrance and research, based on the Declaration of the Stockholm International Forum on the Holocaust of 2000. Multilateral engagement International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) On September 7, 2016, Canada similarly co-hosted a High Level Forum on Global Antisemitism at the United Nations which considered the different factors that are leading to the rise of antisemitism in many parts of the world and the need for effective and proactive responses by governments, civil society and the private sector in addressing this challenge. Efforts to combat anti-Muslim discrimination and hatred have taken on particular urgency due to growing populism, rising xenophobia, and increasing violent extremism. On Tuesday January 17, representatives from government, intergovernmental organizations, civil society, academia, and the private sector gathered at a High Level Forum at the United Nations to discuss ways to combat anti-Muslim discrimination and hatred. High Level Forums on combating discrimination For example, freedom of religion or belief is often referred to as a “gateway” to other freedoms, including freedom of expression, and freedom of peaceful assembly and association, then freedom of religion or belief in its true meaning must be seen as empowering women to decide for themselves what they believe and how they wish to live.Ĭanada has made the promotion of pluralism and inclusion, and the recognition of and respect for diversity a priority, both at home and abroad, and works with partners to enhance the international promotion and protection of freedom of religion or belief. Recognizing the universal, indivisible, interdependent and interrelated nature of human rights, Global Affairs Canada continuously looks to broaden its approach to advancing freedom of religion or belief and engage with non-traditional partners. supporting dialogue among different religious groups where religious issues are principal factors of tension between communities.opposing religious hatred, discrimination and xenophobia and.advocating on behalf of persecuted religious and belief communities under threat.Efforts to advance freedom of religion or belief internationally focus primarily on: Canada’s multi-cultural and multi-faith experience is reflective of Canadian efforts to champion inclusive and accountable governance, pluralism, and respect for diversity in all spheres of society. The promotion and protection of human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, is an important part of Canada’s constructive engagement in the world. Discrimination against religious and belief communities, as with all forms of discrimination, causes suffering, spreads division, and contributes to a climate of fear, intolerance, and stigmatization. It is enshrined in both the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, among other key human rights documents. Canada's efforts to promote international human rights, inclusive governance and democracyįreedom of religion or belief, including the ability to worship in peace and security, is a universal human right. ![]()
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