21 March: International Day of Forests Purpose and Themes of the Day In November 2012, the United Nations General Assembly designated 21 March as the International Day of Forests. This day celebrates forests of all types around the world and…
21 February: International Mother Language Day Declaration of the Day and Its Purpose International Mother Language Day was officially proclaimed by the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in November 1999. The United Nations…
March 20: International Day of Happiness Origins and the Role of the United Nations March 20 is recognized as the United Nations International Day of Happiness—a day dedicated to promoting happiness and well-being across the globe. In a world facing…
January 17: Martin Luther King Jr. Day — Honoring a Legacy of Equality and Justice History and Achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States, commemorating the life and…
12 April: International Day for Street Children Origins of the International Day for Street Children The International Day for Street Children was established on 12 April 2011 to amplify the voices of millions of street children worldwide. This day is…
11 March: British Science Week – Celebrating Innovation and Discovery The Role of British Science Week and Its Participants British Science Week is a dynamic, week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) held annually across the United Kingdom.…
March 10: International School Meals Day — Celebrating Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits Understanding International School Meals Day and the Value of Food International School Meals Day (ISMD) was established to raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating habits…
March 8: International Women’s Day — Celebrating Women’s Courage and Progress Women’s Achievements in History and the Significance of International Women’s Day International Women’s Day (IWD) is a globally recognized occasion dedicated to honoring the achievements of women throughout history…
7 April: World Health Day – Celebrating Global Health and Well-being Commemorating WHO’s Anniversary and the 2021 World Health Day Theme World Health Day is observed every year on April 7th to spotlight important health issues affecting people around the…
4 April: International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action Establishment of the Day and the United Nations’ Role On 8 December 2005, the United Nations General Assembly designated 4 April as the International Day for Mine Awareness…
03 March: World Wildlife Day About World Wildlife Day and Its Annual Theme World Wildlife Day is celebrated every year on 3 March to honor and raise awareness of the world’s flora and fauna. This date commemorates the signing of…
23 April: World Book and Copyright Day – Celebrating the Joy of Reading and Copyright The Purpose of World Book Day and UNESCO’s Role World Book Day, also known as World Book and Copyright Day, is celebrated globally each year…
01 February: LGBT History Month – Celebrating Pride and Progress History of the Day LGBT+ History Month is an annual observance dedicated to celebrating the rich history, achievements, and ongoing struggles of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and non-binary communities. This…
02 February: World Wetlands Day 2024 Introduction to World Wetlands Day World Wetlands Day is observed annually on 2 February to raise global awareness about the vital role wetlands play in maintaining ecological balance and supporting biodiversity. Established in 1997,…
31 October: World Cities Day Declaration and Purpose of World Cities Day World Cities Day is observed each year on 31 October, as designated by the United Nations General Assembly through resolution 68 The inaugural global observance took place in…
