PHILIPSBURG:--- President of Parliament Drs. Gracita Arrindell calls on members of society to reaffirm and commit to helping the most vulnerable in today's community, not only during the holiday season, but also throughout the entire year.
This is part of President of Parliament's message on International Human Solidarity Day, Monday, December 20, a day established by the United Nations (UN) calling on governments on the need for human solidarity as an initiative to fight against poverty.
According to the UN, people are also encouraged to debate on ways to promote solidarity and find innovative methods to help eradicate poverty.
"Solidarity is a union of people with similar interests or sympathies. Solidarity is a value and despite growing inequalities, everybody has a role to play. Let us reach out to those less fortunate, the sick, the poor and the elderly, those abused or discriminated against. We need to work together in solidarity and build a better community for all.
"Such a step starts with each one of us. Everybody playing a role will see less vulnerable people in our community," President of Parliament Gracita Arrindell said on Sunday.
On December 22, 2005, the UN General Assembly proclaimed that International Solidarity Day would take place on December 20 each year.
The event aimed to raise people's awareness of the importance of advancing the international development agenda and promoting global understanding of the value of human solidarity. The assembly felt that the promotion of a culture of solidarity and the spirit of sharing was important in combating poverty.
