International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

  2025 Event — United by Hope: Collective Action for Victims of Terrorism. On the eighth commemoration of the International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism on 21 August 2025, join us in recognizing the strength and leadership of victims and survivors who are coming together to drive change. Inspired by the newly launched Victims of Terrorism Associations Network (VoTAN), this year’s theme — United by Hope: Collective Action for Victims of Terrorism — highlights the power of solidarity and collaboration across communities, regions, and experiences. The International Day calls on all of us to listen, support, and act alongside victims to build a more inclusive, resilient, and peaceful future. For more information about the 2025 International Day events, please see bit.ly/INFO-VOT2025 #UNiteforVictimsofTerrorism #VictimsofTerrorism

  August 21st marks the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, a date established by the United Nations to honor the memory of those affected by terrorism and to reaffirm the global commitment to justice, peace and prevention. To this end, parliaments play a crucial role in developing and overseeing public policies that address terrorism from a multidimensional perspective . As representative institutions, they are responsible for enacting laws that prevent radicalization, protect fundamental rights, and support the empowerment and inclusion of victims , especially of young people. In addition to highlighting the importance of education in promoting democratic values , the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has consistently emphasized the importance of addressing the needs of victims of terrorism and of recognizing the vital role they can play in preventing violent extremism. Through its initiatives, the IPU encourages legislators to suppo...

On August 21st , the IPU will mark the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism with a high-level webinar focused on Educational Policies for Preventing Terrorism and Empowering Victims. The event will gather parliamentarians, education experts, civil society, and victims’ representatives to discuss how inclusive, victim-centered education can prevent violent extremism and support recovery, especially among young victims . Parliaments play a crucial role in promoting laws and policies that foster peace, human rights, and social cohesion while recognizing the unique needs of those affected by terrorism .  MPs, education experts, and victims' representatives will convene on August 21st, the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, to consider how education can be leveraged to counter violent extremism and uphold human rights . During the webinar, experts will share positive case studies that support victims and co...

A key outcome from the first United Nations Global Congress of Victims of Terrorism, held in September 2022 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, was the decision to establish a global network of victims and survivors of terrorism, the Victims of Terrorism Associations Network (VoTAN), under the umbrella of the Global Victims of Terrorism Support Programme (VoT Programme) in the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT) of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT). This launch event brings together victims of terrorism, victims' associations, and civil society organizations to mark the launch of the Victims of Terrorism Associations Network alongside key stakeholders including Member States and representatives from across the United Nations. This launch event brings together victims of terrorism, victims' associations, civil society organizations, and Member States to mark the launch of the Victims of Terrorism Associations Network of the United ...