The Institute for Action Against Discrimination (IFAAD) extends warm greetings to all Guyanese on the occasion of Emancipation Day.

Today, we honour the courage, resilience, and unwavering spirit of our African ancestors, whose sacrifice, suffering, and determination secured the freedom that future generations now enjoy. Their struggle against slavery and oppression remains one of the greatest examples of strength and perseverance in human history.

As we celebrate this important day, we must never forget the price they paid for liberty. Their legacy calls on us to continue the fight against all forms of discrimination, injustice, inequality, and prejudice, while promoting unity, respect, and equal opportunities for every citizen.