Ending Female Genital Mutilation by 2030 Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures that involve altering or injuring the female genitalia for non-medical reasons and is recognized internationally as a violation of the human rights, the health and the integrity of girls and women. Girls who undergo female genital mutilation face […]
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – 30 July 2023
THEME 2023: « Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind » The campaign for World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2023 aims to raise awareness of disturbing developments and trends identified by UNODC and calls on governments, law enforcement, public services, and civil society to assess and enhance their efforts to strengthen […]
International Childhood Cancer Day – 15 February
HISTORY OF INTERNATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER DAY Childhood Cancer International, a network of parent organizations that spans continents, instituted International Childhood Cancer Day to ensure that children with cancer get the best possible care. The day is set aside to raise awareness about childhood cancers and the treatments available for these […]
World Stroke Day – 29 October
World Stroke Day raises people’s awareness on stroke and what can be done to combat it. It is observed on October 29 each year. What Do People Do? Many organizations across the world honor stroke survivors, their families, and caregivers on World Stroke Day. The day also honors people who […]
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict – 19 June
« Endemic sexual violence including rape, abduction, human trafficking, sexual slavery and forced marriage contributes to the disproportionate suffering of women and girls in conflict. » — UN Secretary-General, António Guterres On 19 June 2015, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 19 June of each year the International Day for the Elimination […]