A coalition of African lawyers, led by the Pan African Lawyers Union (PALU), is advocating for global support for a resolution to be presented by Ghana at the UN General Assembly (UNGA). This resolution seeks to officially recognize the transatlantic slave trade as the 'gravest crime against humanity.' The initiative, supported by 40 member states of the African Union, underscores the need for international acknowledgment of the historical injustices faced by African people due to this heinous act.

The resolution is scheduled to be debated on March 25, coinciding with the International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Transatlantic Trafficking of Africans. PALU emphasizes that the transatlantic slave trade's extensive and enduring repercussions warrant this declaration, which they argue is necessary for justice and historical recognition. They urge nations, organizations, and individuals worldwide to join this supportive call.

This push for the resolution by Ghana and PALU serves not only as a historical reckoning but also highlights ongoing issues of racial injustice and inequality. An abstention or opposing vote from any nation could signify a lack of support for acknowledging past atrocities, potentially exacerbating tensions related to race and justice globally.