'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean?

"The wealth of many Western nations was 'built on stolen lives and stolen labour'."

— Antonio Guterres , Activist

"It is already a huge and significant step in political terms to have this debate at the UN, even when it has a more symbolic value."

— Almaz Teffera , Activist

"'It means that I'm acknowledged, it means that my ancestor finally rests. For me personally as an African American I'm overwhelmed.'"

— Dr Erieka Bennett , Activist

"'It is good victory [for the reparations movement], but let's remember this is only a declaration of intent.'"

— Dr Esther Xosei , Academic