This day is meant to help raise awareness of the possibilities to use the internet and communication technologies to help societies and economies, as well as to combat the digital... Continue Reading »
The UN has designated this day as World Bee Day to raise awareness of the importance of pollinators in the survival of our ecosystems, their contribution to sustainable development, and... Continue Reading »
The UN has designated this day the International Day for Biological Diversity to emphasize the importance of education and awareness about the number of species being reduced by human activities... Continue Reading »
Obstetric Fistula is one of the most tragic injuries that can occur during childbirth, yet it is preventable and treatable. Most cases occur among women living in poverty, who are... Continue Reading »
The United Nations recognizes this day to condemn torture as one of the vilest acts humans can commit on fellow humans. Torture, as well as cruel, degrading, and inhumane treatment,... Continue Reading »
The WHO has created this annual campaign to raise awareness about the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco and to end its use in order to protect the lung health... Continue Reading »
World bicycle day celebrates the bicycle as a mode of transport that is simple, affordable, reliable, clean, and sustainable. It helps provide access to resources like health care, food, and... Continue Reading »
Children, as particularly vulnerable members of society, are generally most affected by the consequences of armed conflict and instability. This day is designated to acknowledge those children that are victims... Continue Reading »
The UN has designated this day to remind the international community of the importance of biodiversity as a foundation for all humanity and life on earth. Human actions have had... Continue Reading »
The United Nations has designated this international observance in order bring attention to the threat to human health and economies that food hazards and food borne illnesses pose, especially to... Continue Reading »
