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“History will judge us by the difference we make in the everyday lives of children.” ― Nelson Mandela World Children’s Day is an annual observance on November 20th, commemorating the United Nations’ adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. This day is dedicated to promoting international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and…
International Translation Day provides a valuable opportunity to pay tribute to language professionals, whose contributions foster cross-cultural dialogue and promote unity among nations. Their pivotal role extends to bridging language gaps in vital domains, particularly in healthcare, where access to education is paramount. Vulnerable populations often reside in remote regions worldwide, where a lack of…
Since 2013, National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day has been commemorated every year on April 10th to increase awareness of the disease among youth and celebrate their efforts to improve education outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2020, 20% of new HIV diagnoses in the United States were…
Every year, on April 7th, the WHO recognizes World Health Day to raise awareness about global health issues. A basic human right, every individual deserves equitable access to healthcare services, regardless of their socioeconomic status or cultural background. We are still facing the repercussions of the global pandemic with people from marginalized communities and low-income…
International Women’s Day is celebrated every year on March 8th to highlight and emphasize the importance of women in every aspect of society. It is an opportunity to celebrate their achievements while also presenting challenges set to be overcome. The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality.” This…
Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane. Martin Luther King Jr. There has never been a better time to shed light on the need for equitable health care. The pandemic has amplified the lack of health equity, leaving many sick people across the world without essential vaccines…
Each year, the United Nations General Assembly observes the International Day of Education on the 24th of January to highlight the importance of education in enhancing peace and furthering the development of nations. The theme for 2023 is “to invest in people, prioritize education”. Even though it seems that the worst of the coronavirus pandemic…
Across the world, World AIDS Day is observed on December 1st. This year, UNAIDS highlights the need to bridge the inequalities that contribute to the AIDS pandemic. During COVID-19, we have seen firsthand how societal, cultural, political and economic factors can hinder progress in the area of public health. It is the marginalized that are…
“Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.” – Kofi Annan World Children’s Day is UNICEF’s global day of action for children, by children, marking the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. In 2022, UNICEF urges equality and inclusion for every…
World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10 to raise awareness about mental health, an often-ignored health crisis. ‘Make mental health for all a global priority’ is the theme for 2022, announced by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). According to recent UN data, 1 billion people are living with a…
International Youth Day is observed every year on August 12th to celebrate the spirit of young people across the world. Whether high school students, graduate students or interns, the environment in which young people work and grow is complex – brimming with information, and yet full of pressing challenges. As we collectively try to reimagine…
In 2012, the United Nations General Assembly decided to observe June 1st annually as the Global Day of Parents, to honor parents around the world. The UN has also emphasized the importance of policies that are family-centered in the pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The role of the family is becoming more evident as…
