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Abolition of Slavery

December 2, International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

Launched in 2004, the "Route of the abolition of slavery," is part of the international project "The Slave Route" supported by United Nations and UNESCO out of the necessity to remember and the desire to bring to life the Law of May 10, 2001 adopted by France "in recognition of the slave trade and slavery as a crime against humanity." Anne-Marie Javouhey, founder of the congregation of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Cluny, was included in this project.

Anne-Marie Javouhey, liberator of slaves, recalls in all circumstances, the dignity of every human being.

To loosen the chains of injustice, and "restore freedom to the oppressed" (Prophet Isaiah) her actions would prove to the government that the men and women who were enslaved, were able to harmoniously reintegrate into society.

Anne-Marie Javouhey, along with 'the men' on this route of the abolition of slavery (the anonymous people of Champagney, the priest Henri Grégoire, the insurgent Toussaint Louverture, the republican senator Victor Schœlcher), have passed on the torch of justice and freedom. They have shown us the way.

Their path continues today through the "Route of the Abolition of Slavery and of Human Rights" which honors their memories and invites us to continue to convey their message.

Learn more :
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  • A travelling exhibition: Anne-Marie Javouhey (Discover the exhibition). Created by the "Route des Abolitions" and linked to the association of "Chamblanc to Mana on the route to freedom", this exhibition retraces the life and work of Anne-Marie Javouhey, founder of the congregation of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Cluny and liberator of the slaves in Mana.
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  • December 2, International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

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