The world has seen a surge in international days created to raise awareness on various global issues. These days are created to draw attention to important subjects and trigger conversations on related matters. Here are six international days you don’t want to miss this year.
1. International Women’s Day – March 8th
The United Nations created this day to commemorate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is an opportunity to promote gender equality and women’s rights. The theme for International Women’s Day 2021 is “Choose to Challenge.”
2. World Water Day – March 22nd
Water scarcity is becoming more apparent, and it is projected that by 2025, over half of the world’s population could experience water stress. This day focuses on water awareness, highlighting the significance of sustainable water resources management. World Water Day 2021 theme is “Valuing Water.”
3. Earth Day – April 22nd
Climate change is a crucial issue, and it is gaining more concern worldwide. Earth Day aims to raise awareness of environmental issues such as deforestation, air pollution, and ocean plastic pollution. The theme for Earth Day 2021 is “Restore Our Earth.”
4. World Health Day – April 7th
The year 2020 highlighted the importance of healthcare workers due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This day aims to raise awareness around public health issues, including mental health, communicable diseases, and non-communicable diseases. The World Health Day 2021 theme is “Building a fairer, healthier world.”
5. World Environment Day – June 5th
This day emphasizes environmental awareness and action. It is an opportunity to advocate for positive change and celebrate the planet. The World Environment Day 2021 theme is “Ecosystem Restoration.”
6. International Day of Peace – September 21st
The International Day of Peace aims to provide a sensible and practical way to foster peace among nations and people. It was established by the United Nations and encourages everyone to take action towards peace and ending conflicts. The theme for International Day of Peace 2021 is “Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world.”
These international days provide opportunities for individuals, communities, and organizations to participate and learn about significant issues that affect the world. Celebrate these events and support efforts geared towards sustainable development.
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