International Day of Tolerance: we are all different, but we still have to respect each other

On Earth there are many nationalitiesand nationalities. Each ethnic group has its own customs, traditions, religious beliefs, ideas about when and how to work, rest, build a family life and raise children. Unfortunately, not everyone understands how important it is to tolerate others. And among the representatives of one people, there are often disagreements, misunderstandings, and sometimes serious conflicts.

The problem of tolerance is of concern to the representatives of the UN, therefore in 1995, at the suggestion of UNESCO, the International Day of Tolerance was established.

What is tolerance?

Tolerance is understood as acceptance of the fact,that the world around us is diverse, and all members of society show their individuality in different ways. A tolerant person does not have to be indulgent, but he must cultivate a tolerant attitude toward others, respect human rights and freedoms.

Tolerance (in another way - tolerance)is manifested at the state level, during the everyday life of people and is formed as a result of education and upbringing. Legislative bodies are recommended to develop bills based on the principles of fairness and impartiality, observe the rule of law, judicial and administrative procedures.

At the level of family and community tolerance manifests itself in respect for each other. If necessary, a person or a group of people is offered social and legal protection.

If the social group does not tolerate representatives of another nationality, race, religion, propagates hatred and enmity, then the attitude to such a community can not be tolerant.

Tolerance must be educated from childhood,therefore the UN supports the development and implementation of educational programs to promote tolerance among the younger generation. It is recommended to start education with the explanation of the child's own rights and freedoms, then the student is led to the understanding that all people are equal. Along with the education of tolerance, the prevention of violence on the national, racial and religious grounds is carried out.

Festive events

The International Day of Tolerance is celebrated annually16 November. At the headquarters of the United Nations Organization, they hold a thematic holiday "We are one family: we train our children for a safer world."

At the state level, the holiday is celebrated inschools, kindergartens, out-of-school establishments. Competitions, seminars, interactive games, sports competitions are held. In contrast to events held on other days, on November 16, teachers emphasize children's need to be friends, respect and understand each other. If a representative of a different nationality is studying in a class or group, one should not offend him, emphasize differences in his behavior, speech, manners, and judgments. The same applies to children with developmental peculiarities with inclusive education.

The most widespread International Day of Tolerancewas celebrated in 2006 in the Leningrad Region. Schoolchildren got acquainted with the games of the peoples of Russia, attended a cinema show devoted to the problems of representatives of different cultures, interpreted the notion of "tolerance". Teachers and school administrators listened to lectures and took part in seminars of the relevant subjects.

In Transbaikalia and Petrozavodsk a year ago,The action "We are for the friendship of nations" passed the hours of running and dancing. Young people drew posters, took interviews from each other, made flyers. Young Petersburgers talked with the representative of the Federation for Universal Peace T. Krasnosumova, and Muscovites communicated with the ambassadors of the world. In Volgograd, we learned the movements of folk dances and played football, while Kazan schoolchildren visited the Ecumenical Temple. Russian 16 cities took part in the action.

The International Day of Tolerance (tolerance) is celebrated by all UN member countries.

Tolerance in Russia

In the Russian Federation, a policy of toleranceis legislatively enshrined in the Constitution. Article 13 notes that the state recognizes ideological diversity and no ideology can prevail. The Criminal Code also provides for relevant articles.

Through ratification, a legalforce international legal acts, in accordance with which other international holidays of Russia are celebrated (International Women's Day, Labor Protection Day):

• Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
• Convention on the Rights of the Child.
• Pacts on civil and political, economic and cultural rights.

Rules of behavior of a tolerant personality

The International Day of Tolerance is a good occasion to recall what positions should be taken when communicating with other people. A person who follows the principles of tolerance:

• Recognizes that all people have their own dignity without exception.
• Respects the differences between people.
• I know the notion of "individuality".
• It recognizes that joint action is based on complementarity.
• Strives to maintain peace on earth.
• It preserves the historical memory of its people.
• Is able to force himself, without forcing others.
• Observes the legislative and moral standards.

Awards for Tolerance

International organizations encourage activitieson spreading the ideas of tolerance. So, the throne of Spain Juan Carlos I in 2010 received the European Medal of Tolerance. Two years later, Ivo Josipovic, President of Croatia, and Boris Tadic, former President of Serbia, were awarded. The UNESCO Prize of one hundred thousand dollars was awarded to the citizens of Mali and Chile. In their countries, men have been active in protecting human rights.

International holidays in November

In addition to the International Day of Tolerance in the last month of autumn, many countries around the world celebrate:

• Day of the Vegan.
• Day of preventing the exploitation of the environment during the war and armed conflicts.
• Day of the Blind.
• Day of struggle to eliminate violence against women.
• Day of solidarity with the Palestinian people.
• Day of information protection.

Also in November men, students, KVNschikov, celebrate regional, religious holidays and memorable dates.