Charity, like the notions of volunteerism and philanthropy, provides real social bonding and contributes to the creation of inclusive and more resilient societies. Charity can alleviate the worst effects of… Read More
This is a day to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights, and to advance the literacy agenda towards a more… Read More
There are an estimated 476 million indigenous peoples in the world living across 90 countries. They make up less than 5 per cent of the world’s population, but account for… Read More
International Youth Day is commemorated every year on 12 August, bringing youth issues to the attention of the international community and celebrating the potential of youth as partners in today’s… Read More
World Humanitarian Day is a global celebration of people helping people. It is intended to raise public awareness of humanitarian assistance worldwide and in our own region. (UN page)
World Refugee Day is the international day to honour people who have been forced to flee from their home. UN Page
For many women around the world, the devastating loss of a partner is magnified by a long-term fight for their basic rights and dignity. This is a day to take… Read More
On this day the world celebrates Malala Day in honour of Nobel Peace Prize recipient Malala Yousafzai. She has spent her life fighting for the rights of children and women…. Read More
The International Day of Friendship was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and… Read More
This is a day to commemorate the US dropping an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima.