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16 August 2017
World Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day is a time to recognize those who face danger and adversity in order to help others. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the spirit that inspires…
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Golobal
12 August 2017
International Youth Day
12 August was designated as International Youth Day by the UN General Assembly in 1999. It is an annual celebration of the role of young women and men as essential partners in…
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London, United Kingdom
11 July 2017
Family Planning Summit
The 2017 Family Planning Summit will bring together leaders and advocates from around the world to commit to expanding access to modern…
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Global
11 July 2017
World Population Day 2017
In 1989, the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme recommended that 11 July be observed by the international community as World Population Day, a day to…
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Global
23 May 2017
International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
Obstetric fistula is one of the most serious and tragic injuries that can occur during childbirth. The condition typically leaves women incontinent, as well as subject to…
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Cairo
06 February 2017
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
Watch, participate, take action Stay tuned for Facebook Live programming all day on the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)! Listen to…
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Global
01 December 2016
World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day is observed on 1 December every year. It aims to increase awareness of the disease, fight the stigma associated with it, improve HIV education, and mobilize…
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Global
25 November 2016
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
The UN observes International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November. This observance raises awareness of the continuing toll of gender-based…
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Global
11 October 2016
International Day of the Girl Child
In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly adopted 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child, recognizing girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face…
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