Mother’s Day
Mother's Day is dedicated to honoring and respecting mothers and the sacrifices they make for their children and families. Many countries including the US celebrate Mother's Day on the second... Continue Reading »
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International Day of Families
The UN General Assembly dedicated 15 May as a day to promote awareness of familial issues and increase knowledge about effects of social, economic, and demographic processes on families, emphasizing... Continue Reading »
Global Day of Parents
This day was designated by the UN General Assembly as a day to honor parents throughout the world, providing an opportunity to appreciate all the sacrifices parents globally make in... Continue Reading »
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression
Children, as particularly vulnerable members of society, are generally most affected by the consequences of armed conflict and instability. This day is designated to acknowledge those children that are victims... Continue Reading »
World Day Against Child Labor
The International Labour Organization has designated this World Day in order to bring attention to child labour practices worldwide and promote action and efforts to eliminate it. This day brings... Continue Reading »
World Elder Abuse Day
The United Nations designated this World Day to bring attention to the high rates of abuse experienced by older people, especially those living in institutions. Elder abuse is a global... Continue Reading »
International Day of Family Remittances
This universally recognized World Day recognizes the contributions of millions of migrants to improve the lives of their family members back home and create a better future for their children.... Continue Reading »
International Widow’s Day
The UN recognizes this international day to draw attention to the experiences of widows and garner support for them and their children. Widows may experience a long-terms struggle for basic... Continue Reading »
World Population Day
This World Day was organized to bring attention to the urgency and importance of population issues. On this day it is imperative to remember that gender equality and reproductive rights... Continue Reading »
World Youth Skills Day
This World Day is designated to celebrate the active engagement of youth in sustainable development efforts in order to actively combat the impacts of climate change, unemployment, poverty, gender inequality,... Continue Reading »
