World Refugee Day
This year, the COVID-19 pandemic poses an additional threat to refugees and displaced people, who are among the most vulnerable.
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International Day of Yoga
2020 Theme: "Yoga for Health - Yoga at Home" While the social distancing measures adopted by countries to fight the
International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice
The solstice as the embodiment of the unity of cultural heritage and centuries-long traditions Culture is the set of distinctive
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United Nations Public Service Day
Today, as we honour these essential workers and so many more, we must also reflect on how to better protect,
International Widowsâ Day
Invisible Women, Invisible Problems The loss of a partner is devastating. For many women around the world, especially in developing countries,
Day of the Seafarer
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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
By resolution 42/112 of 7 December 1987, the General Assembly decided to observe 26 June as the International Day against Drug Abuse
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International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
Torturers must never be allowed to get away with their crimes, and systems that enable torture should be dismantled or
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Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day
Supporting small businesses through the COVID-19 crisis Small businesses, including those run by women and young entrepreneurs, are being hit
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International Day of the Tropics
The future belongs to the Tropics The International Day of the Tropics celebrates the extraordinary diversity of the tropics while
International Asteroid Day
Why Asteroid Day? In December 2016 the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/71/90, declaring 30 June International Asteroid Day  in
International Day of Parliamentarism
Parliaments' role is more vital than ever during COVID-19 In COVID-19 times, Parliaments and other government institutions are subject to the