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Haiti - Social : Michaëlle Jean will speak at the General Assembly of the United Nations 24/03/2014 10:24:13
Michaëlle Jean, will remind the importance of the contribution of Haiti, the first country in of humanity, to be born of revolt and struggle triumphant of slaves to regain their freedom. This is from Haiti that will pulse the struggle for the abolition of slavery which then spread across the continent. "It is thanks to the persistence and courage of brave black fighters like Toussaint Louverture, Jean-Jacques Dessalines, Alexandre Petion and the boldness of tens of thousands of slaves that the first black republic was born in 1804," declared Michaëlle Jean "Haiti has not only breathed to the captives of the surrounding territories the hope of becoming finally free, but it has also provided an important part of its human and financial resources to support the liberation of the peoples of the Caribbean and Latin America." It is estimated that between 15 and 20 million Africans were thus torn from their native land, robbed of their humanity and transported on slave ships in abominable conditions, to be condemned for generations, to forced labor, to the total subjugation for over four centuries in favor of an infamous market and the economy of the European colonial powers. "This is an opportunity to learn from the past and think about the situations of slavery that still persist to a lesser extent than in the past, but which are nonetheless unacceptable. Also an opportunity to reflect on the origin and manifestations of racism that continues to jeopardize the lives and chances of success of many black people in our society," stressed Ms. Jean. The Special Envoy recalled that it was on a proposal of Haiti and some African countries, that UNESCO launched the project "The Slave Route", which this year celebrates its 20th anniversary. This project aims to better understand the history and consequences of slavery in the world, also contribute to a culture of peace by encouraging reflection on cultural pluralism and intercultural dialogue. Of slave ships of yesterday, let's think of the sea refugees of today, the drama of thousands of people seeking to escape poverty and oppression, cram to their discretion in makeshift boats in the hope of a better life. The news tells us constantly sinking of these vessels and the tragic toll of dead beached. The number of people around the world who are subjected to forced labor or are victims of human trafficking who escaped the vigilance of the international community is also quite worrying. This international day is a reminder to the entire world, that today as yesterday, the struggle for freedom, equality and fraternity, for the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights remains a crucial battle. HL/ HaitiLibre
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