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Congressman Johnson, Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove Reintroduce Resolution to Support the Second International Decade for People of African Descent

11/21/2024

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Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) and Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) today reintroduced a resolution reaffirming the United States’ commitment to advancing racial justice, addressing systemic inequities, and promoting the rights and dignity of people of African descent globally.

The resolution calls for a second United Nations-designated International Decade for People of African Descent (2025 – 2034) and calls for national and international actions to combat racism and foster inclusion. 

“The first International Decade for People of African Descent laid important groundwork, but pervasive systemic inequities continue to challenge communities across the worldwide African diaspora,” said Congressman Johnson. “This resolution recognizes the urgent need to strengthen our efforts, both domestically and globally, to dismantle barriers and create opportunities that promote justice and equality.”
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“Over 200 million people of African descent reside in the Americas alone, and our unique contributions have enriched societies across the globe,” said Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove. “The UN’s ‘International Decade for People of African Descent’ has advanced global efforts to combat racism, racial discrimination, and xenophobia, and I am proud to co-lead this resolution with Rep. Johnson calling for a continuation of this work into a second decade.”
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