For the International Volunteer Day 2024, United Nations Volunteers (UNV) demonstrates its commitment to communities and the wellbeing of UN Volunteers across the globe through concrete community volunteer activities carried out with national and …

International Migrants Day gives us a special opportunity to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of millions of migrants around the world. It's also a day for us to …

March marks Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time to raise understanding about a condition that affects approximately 1 in 10 women and people assigned female at birth. Endometriosis occurs when tissue …

16–22 March marks Brain Awareness Week, a global campaign dedicated to increasing public awareness of brain health and the importance of neuroscience research. The week highlights how our brain health …

Every March Since 2012 Nutrition and Hydration Week has taken place every March since 2012. Its purpose is to bring people together to create energy, focus and fun in order to …

21 March marks World Down Syndrome Day, a global day dedicated to raising awareness of Down syndrome and celebrating the lives and contributions of people with Down syndrome. The day …

Take on a Challenge for National Arthritis Week! This National Arthritis Week (Monday 31st March- Sunday 6th April), take action and make a difference! Whether big or small, your fundraising efforts …

Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Week raises awareness of the unique challenges faced by young people diagnosed with cancer. Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week highlights the …

April marks Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, an important opportunity for workplaces to support men’s health and encourage open conversations about early detection and wellbeing. Testicular cancer is the most common …

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Bowel Cancer and the importance of early detection, prevention, and open conversations about digestive health. Bowel cancer is …

Since the United Nations General Assembly designated 2 April as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) in 2007, the UN has worked to promote the full realization of human rights and …

World Health DayWorld Health Organization World Health Day is marked each year on 7 April, led by the World Health Organization. The day highlights a global health theme each year …