International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists

International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists is November 2nd

Designated by the United Nations (A/RES/68/163) to encourage implementation of definite measures countering the present culture of impunity against journalists and those who work in media. The date was chosen in commemoration of the assassination of two French journalists in Mali on November 2, 2013. This day is to encourage nations around the world to unite together to promote a safe environment for journalists and media persons.