World Day Against the Death Penalty (October 10) was first established in 2003 as an international event aimed at drawing attention to the issue of capital punishment and its consequences. The initiative was launched by the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty in cooperation with various human rights groups, providing an opportunity for discussion and examination of the use of the death penalty in different countries. On this day, organizations and human rights activists around the world hold events such as educational sessions, workshops, and awareness campaigns. These activities are intended to increase public understanding of the social, legal, and human impacts of capital punishment and to review global trends related to this issue. Since its inception, many countries and international bodies have joined the observance, with each year often focusing on a specific theme. The inclusion of this day in the Gregorian calendar was the result of a decision by the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty in 2003, designating October 10 as a milestone for dialogue and exchange on the abolition or limitation of the death penalty.
