Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1966, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) is observed annually on 21 March. On that day, in 1960, 69 peaceful demonstrators were killed under police fire in apartheid South Africa.

Modern-day racism may take more insidious forms, but the message inherent in IDERD – embracing difference and diversity – remains relevant as ever, as populist movements around the world continue to scapegoat minorities for systemic social problems. Since 2013, the EOC has organised a public event every year to commemorate the day, call out prejudice, and raise awareness of the many contributions ethnic minorities (EMs) continue to make to Hong Kong’s society, economy and culture.

This year is no exception. From 2:30pm – 4pm this Sunday (3 March), the EOC will organise an event at G/F, E-Max, Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre (KITEC) in collaboration with Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) Radio 2. We have lined up an exciting programme featuring cultural performances by EM children and experience-sharing sessions from EM employees of the Fire Services Department, Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong and Hong Yip Service Co. Ltd. Local boy band MIRROR and singer Sherman CHUNG will also perform on stage to show their support.

Join us at E-Max this Sunday for a fun and meaningful afternoon!

• Get directions to the venue
• What the United Nations has to say about IDERD