« I greet the young people of many countries who have come for the World Day for Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, which will be celebrated on 8 February, memorial of Saint Josephine Bakhita, the Sudanese religious sister who was enslaved as a child. Today too, many brothers and sisters […]
International Widows’ Day – 23 June
Invisible Women, Invisible Problems For many women around the world, the devastating loss of a partner is magnified by a long-term fight for their basic rights and dignity. Despite the fact that there are more than 258 million widows around the world, widows have historically been left unseen, unsupported, and […]
International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking – 8 February 2023
“Journeying in dignity” is the theme of the 9th Edition of the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking, celebrated around Feb. 8, 2023. In 2022, we have experienced major changes as well as the aggravation of crises. In this context, the number of both at-risk groups and […]
Queen Elisabeth ll dies – 8 september 2022
Today, a great lady has died, dignified and dedicated to the service of her people, she has now left this world. May she enjoy the happiness and peace we all long for. Aujourd’hui, une grande dame est décédée, digne et dévouée au service de son people, elle a maintenant […]
3rd Sunday of Advent, Year C – 2021
Waiting – there is much of this in our lives, no doubt about it. We wait for all kinds of things to happen and for different people to come. We anticipate some events with joy and trepidation. And we find it difficult to wait with patience for the arrival of […]
World Day for Decent Work – 7 October
Workers from around the world will be holding activities to mark the 11th World Day for Decent Work on 7 October. This year’s global theme, “Change the Rules”, highlights the deeply entrenched injustice of the global economic system alongside shrinking democratic space and deteriorating labour rights in many countries, documented […]
International Day of Peace – 21 September
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. The United Nations Member States adopted the 17 Sustainable Development Goals […]
International Albinism Awareness Day – 13 June
June 13 is International Albinism Awareness Day. It is a UN effort to stop the brutalities against people with albinism. Genetic Condition Albinism is a genetic condition resulting in little or no pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes. In several cultures around the world, and particularly in many African […]
International Volunteer Day – 5 December
International Volunteer Day (IVD) mandated by the UN General Assembly, is held each year on 5 December. It is viewed as a unique chance for volunteers and organizations to celebrate their efforts, to share their values, and to promote their work among their communities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, government […]
International Day of Peace – 27 September
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. The theme for 2017 is “Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and […]