International Day to Combat Islamophobia: fighting Islamophobia

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Many governments have implemented measures to combat Islamophobia by adopting legislation against hate crimes and measures to prevent and pursue hate crimes. They also lead public awareness campaigns on Islam and the practice of this religion aimed at dispeling negative myths and false ideas.

The 60 members of the Islamic Cooperation Organization (OIC) sponsored a resolution of March 15, the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. This document stresses that terrorism and violent extremism cannot and must not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilization or ethnic group. It calls for a global dialogue on the promotion of a culture of tolerance and peace, based on respect for human rights and the diversity of religions and convictions.