World Children’s Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day and is celebrated on 20 November each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving …

Violence against women and girls remains one of the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violations in the world. Globally, almost one in three women have been subjected to physical …

Each year, on 1 December, the world commemorates World AIDS Day. People around the world unite to show support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have …

“A glass of alcohol won’t kill you but a law can save thousands of lives” In Europe, every minute, policy makers have an opportunity to save lives by addressing the …

The leadership of persons with disabilities is epitomised by the global disability rights movement’s slogan “Nothing About Us Without Us”. It connotes the basic requirements of participation, representation and inclusion …

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 …