International Day for Countering Hate Speech

18/06/2025

Today is the International Day for Countering Hate Speech.

This day builds on the United Nations Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech, which defines hate speech as any kind of communication in speech, writing or behaviour that attacks or uses pejorative or discriminatory language with reference to a person or a group on the basis of who they are.

The United Nations recognises that hate speech has the potential to incite violence and intolerance. The NSW Bar Association is committed to fostering fairness, equity and tolerance in a manner that reflects the social and cultural diversity within the legal profession and the communities we serve. More information about the Bar Association’s focus on diversity and equality is available here.