The correct answer is: Both A and B.
The United Nations declared 2011 as the International Year of Forests and the International Year for People of African Descent.
The International Year of Forests was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007 to raise awareness of the importance of forests and to promote sustainable forest management. The year was celebrated with a variety of events and activities around the world.
The International Year for People of African Descent was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2010 to recognize the contributions of people of African descent to the development of societies around the world. The year was celebrated with a variety of events and activities around the world.
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- International Year of Forests
Forests play a vital role in the Earth’s ecosystem. They provide us with oxygen, clean water, and food. They also help to regulate the climate and protect biodiversity. However, forests are under threat from deforestation, forest fires, and climate change. The International Year of Forests was an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of forests and to promote sustainable forest management.
- International Year for People of African Descent
People of African descent have made significant contributions to the development of societies around the world. They have excelled in many fields, including science, art, music, and literature. However, people of African descent continue to face discrimination and prejudice. The International Year for People of African Descent was an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people of African descent and to promote understanding and tolerance.