The United Nations in Turkmenistan, together with the RCPDCA and the Embassy of Israel, held an event dedicated to the memory of the victims of the Holocaust to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.

A photo exhibition "Rays of light" was also organized for representatives of the diplomatic corps, the Jewish community, national partners and UN staff, the UN press service in Turkmenistan reports.

The speakers called on us to never forget this tragedy in the fate of humanity, to stand firmly against anti-Semitism, fanaticism and hatred of all kinds, and to stand United in defending human rights and dignity for all.

"Promoting social cohesion and human rights, as well as combating discrimination and hatred, are among the main goals of The United Nations, thanks to our efforts to implement the 2030 agenda for sustainable development" said Elena Panova, Permanent coordinator of the United Nations in Turkmenistan.

This year's theme is "75 years after Auschwitz-Holocaust education and the memory of global justice". This theme reflects the continuing importance, 75 years after the Holocaust, of collective action against anti-Semitism and other forms of bias to ensure respect for the dignity and human rights of all people around the world.