International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members

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2020 Date	25 March 2020
2021 Date	25 March 2021

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International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members in 2020

Wednesday, 25 Mar

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International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members History

International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members is a United Nations sponsored holiday, in memory of Alec Collett, a UN employee journalist who was abducted by armed men in 1985. His body was found only in 2009 at Lebanon. The observance occurs every year on March 25th, the anniversary of Collett’s abduction.

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Many of our UN colleagues risk their lives every day, working on the front lines of conflicts & crisis, including the #COVID19 pandemic. On Wednesday's Int'l Day & every day, we honour & stand in solidarity with our colleagues who are detained or missing. https://t.co/5nrXp4lofz https://t.co/lXg8qWbhsi
— United Nations (@UN) March 25, 2020

International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members Facts & Quotes

Whether in their home countries or abroad, United Nations staff members have an admirable commitment to service. Their safety must be our priority. On this International Day of Solidarity, I call on the Member States and the international community to strengthen resolve to give them the protection they need to continue their work for peace and prosperity for all. — Secretary-General António Guterres

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www.un.org: International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members

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