World Day of Social Justice
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 »
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Cultural Awareness
International Mother Language Day
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 »
Zero Discrimination Day
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 »
International Day of Happiness
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 »
World Poetry Day
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 »
International Day of Nowruz
Nowruz (Novruz, Navruz, Nooruz, Nevruz, Nauryz) marks the first day of spring and is celebrated on the day of the astronomical vernal equinox, which usually occurs on 21 March. It... Continue Reading »
World Down Syndrome Day
This World Day is recognized to educate the public on what exactly living with Down syndrome means and how adequate access to health care, early intervention programs, inclusive education, and... Continue Reading »
International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims
This day pays tribute to the memory of Monsignor Óscar Arnulfo Romero, who was murdered on March 24th, 1980. Monsignor Romero was actively engaged in denouncing violations of the human... Continue Reading »
World Autism Awareness Day
This World Day serves to recognize and celebrate the rights of people living with autism and acknowledge the importance of making our world accessible to all and ensure that people... Continue Reading »
