25 March: International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members Origins of the Day The International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members is observed annually on March 25, in memory of the abduction of Alec…
25 March: International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade Each year on March 25, the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is observed globally. This…
24 March: International Day for the Right to Truth Background of the Day On 21 December 2010, the United Nations General Assembly officially designated 24 March as the International Day for the Right to the Truth regarding Gross Human Rights…
21 March: World Down Syndrome Day Background Down syndrome is a genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in every 1,000 to 1,100 live births worldwide. Each year, an estimated 3,000 to 5,000 children are born with this chromosomal disorder, impacting…
21 March: International Day of Nowruz Background of the Day The United Nations General Assembly officially established the International Day of Nowruz in 2010 through resolution A This initiative was spearheaded by a coalition of countries where Nowruz is celebrated,…
20 March French Language Day: Celebrating Multilingualism and Cultural Diversity Purpose of the Day and French Speakers French Language Day, observed annually on March 20, is dedicated to celebrating multilingualism and cultural diversity around the world. While many associate French…
20 March: International Francophonie Day About the Day International Francophonie Day is observed each year on March 20 to mark the anniversary of the founding of the Agency for Cultural and Technical Cooperation (ACCT). Established on March 20, 1970, in…
15 March: World Consumer Rights Day Purpose of World Consumer Rights Day Each year on 15 March, the global community observes World Consumer Rights Day to raise awareness about consumer rights and needs. This important day highlights the necessity of…
14 March: International Day of Mathematics Proclamation of the Day Raising global awareness of the mathematical sciences is essential for addressing pressing challenges in fields such as artificial intelligence, climate change, energy, and sustainable development. Mathematics is a cornerstone for…
March 14: International Day of Action for Rivers The International Day of Action for Rivers, observed every year on March 14, is dedicated to celebrating, protecting, and raising awareness about the vital importance of rivers. Did you know that each…
March 10: International Day of Women Judges Origins of the Day The International Day of Women Judges was officially established during the Opening Ceremony of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) convention by then-President Vanessa Ruiz. March 10 was…
4 March: World Day of the Fight Against Sexual Exploitation Origins of the Day Since 2009, March 4th has been recognized globally as the World Day of the Fight Against Sexual Exploitation. This day is dedicated to raising awareness and…
4 March: World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development Engineering has always been at the heart of human progress and well-being. To ensure a brighter future, it is essential that the next generation of engineers and scientists are equipped to create…
1 March: Zero Discrimination Day — Promoting Equality Worldwide Observed annually on 1 March, Zero Discrimination Day is a United Nations (UN) initiative dedicated to promoting equality before the law and in everyday life. This global observance serves as a…
23-Feb: World Peace and Understanding Day Rotary’s First Meeting and Its Legacy February is a significant month in the Rotary calendar, celebrated as World Understanding Month. It also marks the anniversary of Rotary’s very first meeting, held on February 23,…
