March 14th, Dam Struggle Day
March 14th, Dam Struggle Day, is an awareness-raising date that aims to draw attention to the negative impacts of large hydroelectric dams on the environment and local communities. The date was established by social and environmental movements in various parts of the world, with the aim of protesting against the construction of dams that cause irreversible damage to nature and directly affect the lives of thousands of people.
The construction of large dams has been associated with several environmental problems, such as deforestation of forest areas, destruction of aquatic ecosystems, loss of biodiversity and alteration of the natural courses of rivers. In addition, local communities, especially indigenous peoples and traditional populations, are often forced to leave their lands, which results in significant cultural and social losses.
In several countries, the International Day of Struggle Against Dams is marked by protests, awareness-raising campaigns and mobilization events in defense of human rights and the environment. Non-governmental organizations, activists and affected communities seek to highlight the need to adopt more sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives, such as encouraging renewable energy and more responsible use of water resources.
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