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build on the existing OHCHR anti-racial discrimination database, developed in accordance
with the Durban Programme of Action.
V. Conclusions
90.
Incidents and attacks around the world that target people on account of their
religious beliefs, including in their places of worship, and horrific acts of incitement to
racial, national and religious hatred, evidence of racial or religious profiling as well as
barriers to opportunities continue to be observed. Religious minorities are being targeted by
laws and policies as well as by armed groups, and discrimination and violence on the basis
of religion or belief are occurring in stable societies and in conflict situations. These
manifestations are becoming increasingly present online. It is important to ensure that the
relevant human rights norms and standards are implemented by all stakeholders.
91.
Laws as a means to combat intolerance, negative stereotyping and stigmatization of,
and discrimination, incitement to violence and violence against, persons based on religion
or belief are but one tool to address the complex and multifaceted nature of discrimination
on the basis of religion or belief. It is more urgent than ever that all parts of the practical
action plan be implemented by States and all stakeholders in order to aid in addressing
issues concerning discrimination, intolerance and violence on the basis of religion or belief
in every region.
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