The observance of the day should contribute to the further consolidation of the efforts of the international community in poverty eradication, promotion of full employment and decent work, gender equity... Continue Reading »
The pursuit of social justice is a central tenet of the global mission of the United Nations to promote development and human dignity. It is a key principle for peaceful... Continue Reading »
This day is observed to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. It strives to protect mother languages from disappearing as globalization processes continue to grow and stress the power... Continue Reading »
This day is meant to celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive life with full rights and dignity and is a call to action to the... Continue Reading »
The plants and animals of the world are essential to the survival of the world and humanity and are imperative to sustainable development. This is a day to celebrate the... Continue Reading »
International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women, who have played an... Continue Reading »
Celebrate happiness today! Be happy! Make someone else happy! The happiness and well-being of all peoples is an important part of the Sustainable Development goals and today is a day... Continue Reading »
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on the day the police in Sharpeville, South Africa, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful... Continue Reading »
This World Day celebrates a treasured form of cultural and linguistic expression and identity that has been hugely relevant to humanity and the human experience throughout history. Poetry has the... Continue Reading »
