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  • International Day of Democracy (UN)

    The UN supports democracy by promoting human rights, development, and peace and security. Only with the full participation of and support by the international community, national governing bodies, civil society and individuals, can the ideal of democracy be made into a reality to be enjoyed by everyone, everywhere. (UN Day)

  • International Day of Peace (UN)

    The United Nations has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire. Fostering peace contributes a sustainable life for all (UN Day)

  • United Nations Day

    A day to celebrate the work of the United Nations and their vision for the future of global cooperation. The United Nations remains the one place on Earth where all the world’s nations can gather together, discuss common problems, and find shared solutions that benefit all of humanity.

  • International Day For Tolerance (UN)

    Tolerance respects and appreciates the rich variety of our world's cultures, our forms of expression and ways of being human. Tolerance recognizes the universal human rights and fundamental freedoms of others. People are naturally diverse; only tolerance can ensure the survival of mixed communities in every region of the globe. (UN Day)

  • International Day For Elimination Of Violence Against Women (UN)

    Violence against women and girls  is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations in our world today remains largely unreported due to the impunity, silence, stigma and shame surrounding it. This is a day for all society to become activists for the prevention of violence against women, to stand in solidarity... Read More

  • World Aids Day (UN)

    Every year, on 1 December, the world commemorates World AIDS Day. People around the world unite to show support for people living with and affected by HIV and to remember those who lost their lives to AIDS. (UN Day)

  • International Day Of Persons With Disabilities (UN)

    Disability inclusion is an essential condition to upholding human rights, sustainable development, and peace and security. The commitment to realizing the rights of persons with disabilities is not only a matter of justice; it is an investment in a common future. (UN Day)

  • International Migrants Day (UN)

    International Migrants Day is a day set aside to recognize the important contribution of migrants while highlighting the challenges they face. (UN Day)

  • International Human Solidarity Day (UN)

    The UN General Assembly, convinced that the promotion of the culture of solidarity and the spirit of sharing is important for combating poverty, proclaimed 20 of December as International Human Solidarity Day. (UN Day)