International Day of Human Space Flight
This International Day celebrates the beginning of space travel for humankind and the science and technology that go into ensuring that not only is space travel possible but that it... Continue Reading »
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Bastille Day
First celebrated in 1790 to mark the one-year anniversary of the July 14th storming of the Bastille prison that kicked off the French Revolution, it was originally called the Fête... Continue Reading »
International Non-Binary Day
Today is the day to recognize those who identify as non-binary and celebrate the rich diversity of the community! Non-binary folks are people who don't identify exclusively as a man or... Continue Reading »
World Youth Skills Day
This World Day is designated to celebrate the active engagement of youth in sustainable development efforts in order to actively combat the impacts of climate change, unemployment, poverty, gender inequality,... Continue Reading »
World Snake Day
Wildlife enthusiasts celebrate this World Day, bringing snake-lovers from across the world together. It is imperative to recognize the importance of the conservation of this often misunderstood reptile and the... Continue Reading »
Nelson Mandela International Day
This international day is a day to remember the life and legacy of the first democratically elected president of a free South Africa, Nelson Mandela. This is a day for... Continue Reading »
World Chess Day
This World Day celebrates chess as a game with, as the UN delegate from Armenia argues, the ability to transcend national boundaries and break down political, social, and racial barriers.... Continue Reading »
International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace
This International Day highlights the fundamental importance of multilateralism and international cooperation, especially as these concepts are central to both the UN Charter and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.... Continue Reading »
International Day of Friendship
In a world of division and challenges such as poverty, violence, and human rights abuses it is important to have a day for the world to celebrate friendship. In confronting... Continue Reading »
World Day against Trafficking in Persons
This world day is a condemnation of human trafficking, a crime that exploits women, children, and men for numerous purposes including forced labor and sex. In the past 15 years,... Continue Reading »
