October 17
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The commemorative stone |
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On October 17, 1987, a commemorative stone in honor of the victims of poverty was placed at the Plaza of Human Rights and Liberties in Paris.*
* That’s where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948.
This stone reads:
"Wherever men and women are condemned to live in extreme poverty, human rights are violated. To come together to ensure that these rights be respected is our solemn duty."
Joseph Wresinski - October 17, 1987
