21 June: International Day of Yoga What is Yoga? Yoga is an ancient physical, mental, and spiritual discipline that originated in India thousands of years ago. The word ‘yoga’ derives from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning “to join” or “to…
19 June: International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict Background On 19 June 2015, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/69/293, designating 19 June each year as the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence…
18 June: Sustainable Gastronomy Day – Celebrating the Art of Sustainable Food Observed worldwide on 18 June, Sustainable Gastronomy Day shines a light on the vital role that sustainable gastronomy plays in our lives and our planet’s future. Established by…
15 June: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Origin of the Day World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed every year on 15 June. Established by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA) in 2006, the day highlights…
14 June: World Blood Donor Day – Celebrating Life and Generosity Each year, countries around the world observe World Blood Donor Day (WBDD) to raise awareness about the critical need for safe blood and blood products. This day also honors…
13 June: International Albinism Awareness Day International Albinism Awareness Day is observed every year on June 13 to celebrate and promote the human rights of people with albinism around the world. This day aims to raise awareness of albinism and…
7 June: World Food Safety Day – Ensuring Safe Food for a Healthy Tomorrow About World Food Safety Day Celebrated every year on 7 June, World Food Safety Day (WFSD) raises global awareness and inspires action to prevent, detect, and…
June 6: Russian Language Day Each year on June 6, Russian Language Day celebrates the world’s seventh most spoken language and honors Aleksandr Pushkin, the renowned poet often called the father of modern Russian literature. Russian is spoken by over…
5 June: International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing Background of the Day In 2015, the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM), under the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), proposed the creation of an International…
4 June: International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression Background of the Day The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, observed each year on 4 June, underscores the profound impact of armed conflict on children around the…
June 3: World Bicycle Day – Celebrating the Joy of Cycling World Bicycle Day, observed every year on June 3, is the only international holiday dedicated to celebrating the many joys and benefits of cycling. This special day shines a…
June 1: Global Day of Parents Background The United Nations began focusing on family-related issues in the 1980s. In 1983, following recommendations from the Economic and Social Council, the Commission for Social Development adopted the resolution The Role of the…
26 June: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Origin of the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed every year on 26 June. Established by the…
23 June United Nations Public Service Day: Celebrating Public Service Excellence Origins of the Day On 20 December 2002, the United Nations General Assembly designated 23 June as Public Service Day through resolution 57 This day was established to honor…
June 21: International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice The solstice is a remarkable astronomical event that has captivated cultures worldwide for thousands of years. On June 21, the International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice marks the…
