At the United Nations General Assembly, commemorating the International Day of Remembrance for the victims of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade, Vice Chancellor of the University of the West Indies, Sir Hilary Beckles, emphasized the necessity for a reparatory justice framework to address crimes against humanity. Beckles highlighted the enduring impacts of slavery and the importance of acknowledging and rectifying the injustices suffered by millions. This call for reparatory justice aims to foster healing and reconciliation, recognizing the historical atrocities of slavery and their lasting effects on descendants and societies. Find out more from Tiana Cole.
