This international day is designated in line with the United Nations' goals for sustainable development, including their massive global challenge to eradicate poverty in all forms. This day calls for... Continue Reading »
This day is designated as a result of the recognition of the United Nations that hazardous chemicals and airs, water, and soil pollution and contamination is a global health issue... Continue Reading »
This international day is an opportunity for Governments as well as civil society to highlight improvements in world literacy rates, and reflect on the world's remaining literacy challenges. In order... Continue Reading »
South-South cooperation is a show of solidarity among peoples and countries of the South. This is done through a broad framework of collaboration among countries of the South in the... Continue Reading »
The ozone layer is essential to humanity as it protects the Earth from the harmful rays of the sun, allowing life to thrive. In combatting climate change, it is essential... Continue Reading »
The UN designated this international day to call on its member states as well as the international community and individual employers to work towards equal pay for all. The goal... Continue Reading »
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has designated this World Day to raise awareness about the work that the maritime industry does, especially in regards to sustainability and working towards a... Continue Reading »
This international day is designated to raise awareness for the UN goal of achieving total global nuclear disarmament. Today, nearly 14,o00 nuclear weapons remain, posing a threat to humanity. This... Continue Reading »
Tourism has become one of the fastest growing and most important economic sectors in the world. As transportation costs decrease and adoption of labor rights to holidays increase, more and... Continue Reading »
Universal access to information means that everyone has the right to seek, receive and impart information. This right is an integral part of the right to freedom of expression. The... Continue Reading »
